Significant Gold Reserves Discovered in Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh

In a potentially game-changing discovery, geologists have confirmed the presence of significant gold reserves deep beneath the surface in Madhya Pradesh’s Jabalpur district. According to preliminary survey data, the gold deposits are spread across an estimated 100 hectares, and experts believe the quantity could run into lakhs of tonnes. If fully confirmed, this would place Jabalpur among the most mineral-rich zones in India and could dramatically reshape the region’s economic future. (Image: Pexels)

Needless to say, gold is one of the most treasured metals. It is particularly embedded in Indian culture, with its prominent use in weddings and other important events. While India may not be one of the top producers of gold in the world, it has substantial gold reserves, mainly in the states of Karnataka, Rajasthan, and Andhra Pradesh. The total estimated reserves of gold in India is around 879.58 metric tonnes, as of March 31, 2025. (Image: Pexels)

Hutti Gold Mines in Raichur District, Karnataka, is India’s oldest and most substantial gold mine. Producing approximately 1.8 tonnes of gold annually, the mine has a history of over 2,000 years. (Image: Pexels)

Kolar Gold Fields (KGF) in Kolar District, Karnataka, is a historic gold mine, once the second-deepest in the world. Established by the British in 1880, it operated until 2001, producing about 800 tonnes of gold during its lifespan. As of June 2025, there are plans to revive it with new technology. (Image: Pexels)

Sonbhadra Gold Mines in Sonbhadra District, Uttar Pradesh, is one of the newest area, following the discovery of potential gold reserves in 2020. It holds promise for the future of gold mining in Uttar Pradesh. (Image: Pexels)

Ramgiri Gold Field in Chittoor District, Andhra Pradesh, is one of the significant gold-bearing areas in the state. It dates back to the Vijayanagar Empire. (Image: Pexels)

Parasi Gold Mine in East Singhbhum District, Jharkhand, is not a large mine like the others but it has significant potential. The area is also known for its copper reserves. (Image: Pexels)

Gadag Gold Mine in Gadag District, Karnataka, is a smaller mine in the Southern state, but holds great sigificance since ages. (Image: Pexels)

Chigargunta-Bisanatham Gold Mine in Chittoor District, Andhra Pradesh, is situated near the Ramagiri gold fields. One of the most promising mines in the state, it may play a sigificant role in the future. (Image: Pexels)