Bhubaneswar, Jan. 15 -- A research team from the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT)Bhubaneswar has developed a satellite-based technique to identify potential bauxite deposits, marking a significant advance in mineral exploration in Odisha.

The project was led by Assistant Professor Ashim Sattar and focused on identifying bauxite prospects across parts of Koraput and Rayagada districts. Using advanced hyperspectral satellite remote sensing, the team mapped zones with a high likelihood of bauxite occurrence, offering a cost-effective approach to early-stage mineral exploration.

The study adopted an integrated methodology, combining satellite-derived datasets with extensive field investigations. These were supported by geochemical testi...