Deputy CM launches gold, copper exploration work at Devadurga in Karnataka

Deputy Chief Minister M. Bhatti Vikramarka on Thursday launched the gold and copper mining exploration programme undertaken by Singareni Collieries Company Limited (SCCL) at Lingadahalli village of Devadurga taluk in Raichur district in Karnataka and inspected the mineral exploration sites on the ground.

Speaking on the occasion, he asked all stakeholders to work together to extract gold and copper minerals on a large scale from the Devadurga mine and contribute in increasing the wealth of the nation. He recalled that Singareni Collieries had secured exploration rights for the Devadurga Block through the bidding conducted by the Central Government.

He stated that Singareni would soon accelerate the exploration activities and expressed confidence that if the project succeeded and significant quantities of gold and copper were found, it would not only create large-scale employment opportunities for unemployed youth in the region but also accelerate the development of the area.