Pakistan discovers Rs 80,000 crore gold in Indus River

Pakistan has found a gold deposit worth Rs 80,000 crore along the Indus River. This significant discovery is believed to have roots in India’s Himalayan region. Experts indicate that the strong currents of the river carried gold particles downstream, which formed placer gold deposits. This discovery comes at a crucial time for Pakistan, which is facing economic challenges. If the gold can be successfully extracted, it may provide a major boost to the nation's finances and create jobs for many people. The Punjab's Mining Minister, Ibrahim Hasan Murad, confirmed this find after detailed geological investigations. The gold reserves are largely concentrated in the Attock region of Punjab, covering a 32-kilometer area. Other significant deposits have also been identified in Punjab and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, particularly in the Peshawar basin and Mardan. The government is working on regulating the extraction process as illegal mining has increased in the area. In 2022, the government imposed a ban under Section 144 to combat illegal mining. Now, officials are in discussions about how to extract the gold safely and legally. This initiative to map Pakistan's mineral resources may help further explore the country's geological wealth.