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In a landmark geological breakthrough, scientists have confirmed the presence of significant gold reserves deep beneath the surface in Jabalpur district of Madhya Pradesh, potentially placing the region among India's most mineral-rich zones.

The discovery comes after years of exploration in the Mahangwa Kewalri area of Sihora tehsil, an already mineral-rich belt known for iron and manganese.

According to preliminary survey data, the gold deposits are spread across an estimated 100 hectares. Experts believe the reserves could run into lakhs of tonnes, making this one of the largest potential gold finds in central India.

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