Madhya Pradesh is already India’s No. 1 state for diamonds, but now it’s making headlines for gold. Geologists believe there’s a strong possibility of gold deposits in Jabalpur, sparking excitement across the city.Survey in Mahangwa region reveals gold spread over 100 hectares, potential reserves in lakhs of tonnes Years of exploration in Jabalpur’s Mahangwa region have led to the discovery of significant gold traces, with experts estimating massive reserves across 100 hectares. 

Excitement is running high in parts of Jabalpur district after experts confirmed the presence of gold traces between Bela and Binaika villages in Sihora tehsil. The results follow years of sampling and exploration in the Mahangwa region of Sihora tehsil, an area already well-known for its massive iron and manganese reserves.

 For the past several weeks, geological teams had been conducting detailed soil sampling and excavation in the targeted zone. These efforts have now yielded evidence of tiny gold particles along with other metals. According to preliminary survey data, the gold-bearing zone covers nearly 100 hectares, and specialists predict that the quantity of gold might reach lakhs of tonnes. 

Local residents have gathered in large numbers to witness the ongoing work, with many hopeful about the economic opportunities such a discovery could bring. Officials have indicated that detailed geological surveys and feasibility studies will follow before any extraction process begins, in compliance with mining and environmental regulations. If confirmed, the find could transform Jabalpur into one of India’s most mineral-rich regions, significantly boosting Madhya Pradesh’s mining sector and the broader Indian mineral economy.