Wednesday, January 20, 2010

Aerial survey for exploration of minerals
  

Aerial surveys are carried out to explore for minerals in the country, including backward and rural areas. The Government of India has conveyed prior approval for grant of Reconnaissance Permits (RP) in mineral rich States of India for exploration of minerals. During reconnaissance prospecting, aerial geophysical, ground geophysical, geochemical and geological surveys have been undertaken which are followed by drilling at suitable locations. So far, a total of 339 RPs have been issued covering an areas of 4,66,556 sq. km, out of which aerial surveys have been conducted in 27 RPs.

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