Jonnagiri gold reserve makes Andhra Pradesh State India’s top gold producer

Andhra Pradesh will emerge as India’s New Gold Hub, driven by the discovery of an estimated 50-tonne (50,000 kg) gold reserve in the Jonnagiri village of Kurnool district. The state is rapidly positioning itself to become the country’s largest supplier of gold over the coming years.

Jonnagiri Gold Mining Project, developed by Geomysore Services India Private Limited, spans 598 hectares. It stands out as India’s first large-scale private gold mining venture since Independence.

As Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu prepares to officially inaugurate full-scale operations, this project aims to address the country’s heavy dependence on gold imports by targeting an annual production of 800-1,000 kg of refined gold.