Bihar's Rare Mineral Discovery: Rs 14,000 Crore Potential Unlocked

✍️ The Times Of India 🗓 22 Jun 2026, 04:02 AM 👁 5

Bihar is poised to enter India's mineral sector with the discovery of significant rare earth and strategic minerals across seven districts, holding an estimated potential of Rs 14,000 crore.

Bihar is set to become a significant player in India's rare minerals industry following the discovery of substantial deposits of rare earth elements and strategic minerals. These valuable resources have been found across seven districts within the state.

The discovery carries an estimated economic potential of Rs 14,000 crore. This development is expected to transform Bihar's economy, moving beyond its traditional reliance on agriculture and creating new employment opportunities.

This breakthrough is anticipated to drive local development and significantly enhance the state's contribution to the national mineral output.