Bihar’s ₹21,000 Crore Mineral Reserves May Generate over ₹5,000 Crore Annual Revenue, Says Report

Bihar’s ₹21,000 crore mineral reserves may generate over ₹5,000 crore annual revenue, says report

Bihar aims to revitalise its mineral economy by harnessing new resources worth over ₹21,000 crore. Geological surveys have reportedly identified valuable minerals like glauconite and gold, but challenges remain in transitioning to commercial production. 

Rs 21,000 crore in minerals: Can Bihar turn geological discoveries into operating mines?

After losing mine-rich Jharkhand in 2000, Bihar has -- over the last five years -- found some critical reserves, from glauconite to limestone and even gold. For Bihar, this is critical, with officials hoping it would help rake in crucial revenue for the cash-strapped state