Unearthing Riches: Northeast India's Mineral Bounty

March 10, 2024

Northeast India boasts rich coal reserves, particularly in Assam, Meghalaya, Arunachal Pradesh, and Nagaland.

Coal

A widespread resource across the region, limestone is crucial for cement production.

Limestone

Meghalaya holds concentrated deposits of Silimanite, a valuable mineral used in high-temperature resistant materials.

Silimanite

Found in Assam and Arunachal Pradesh, dolomite serves multiple purposes in construction materials and steelmaking.

Dolomite

Assam and Meghalaya possess deposits of fire clay, essential for the production of bricks and ceramics.

Fire Clay

Particularly abundant in Assam, with reserves extending into Arunachal Pradesh, oil and natural gas are significant resources.

Oil and Natural Gas

Northeast India is rich in a variety of minor minerals like kaolin (used in ceramics), soapstone (used for carvings), and dimension stones (used for construction) found in various pockets throughout the region.

Minor Minerals