Guwahati, April 1 -- The Geological Survey of India (GSI) has discovered significant deposits of bauxite, lithium, and limestone across various regions of Meghalaya, which have the potential to greatly benefit the state once mined.

Recent reconnaissance surveys revealed bauxite deposits in the Garo Hills, with additional findings in the West Khasi Hills and East Khasi Hills, as reported by ST Narahari, Director of GSI's Training and Capacity Building Division for Meghalaya.

GSI identified moderate-quality bauxite resources in the Rymrai area of West Khasi Hills, while substantial reserves were located in a village in East Khasi Hills.

The survey also highlighted promising limestone deposits, particularly high-grade reserves in East Jai...