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At a time when the country remains one of the world’s largest consumers of gold, Jonnagiri brings commercial-scale gold mining back into focus.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Spread across nearly 598 hectares with investments exceeding INR 400 crore, Jonnagiri is expected to produce up to 1,000 kg of refined gold annually at peak capacity and has an estimated mine life of around 15 years. 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Current certified gold resources stand at approximately 13.1 tonnes, with exploration indicating the potential for larger resources across the broader mineralized belt.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Speaking on the occasion, Prabhakaran said, “Jonnagiri Gold Mine marks the beginning of a new chapter for India’s gold mining industry. For decades, India has been one of the world’s largest consumers of gold while remaining heavily dependent on imports.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He continued, “Today, we are demonstrating that India can discover, develop, and operate world-class gold mining assets at commercial scale. Our vision extends beyond a single project. We aim to build a sustainable domestic gold ecosystem that supports economic growth, generates employment, contributes to national resource security, and positions ‘Made in India’ refined gold in both domestic and international markets. 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