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Mining in Chittoor

Exploration and Mining is an important activity in Chittoor.

Bharat Gold Mines Limited (BGML) became a Public Sector Undertaking under the Department of Mines in 1972. It is primarily engaged in mining in its captive mines in Kolar Gold Fields (KGF) [located in Karnataka] and Andhra Pradesh and production of gold in KGF. As a diversification measure, the Company also undertakes mine construction, shaft sinking, manufacture of mining machinery and other fabricated items for outside clients for which it has set up a Mine Construction and Engineering Division.

The Chigargunta Mine, Old Bisanatham Mine are some important mines operated by BGML in Chittoor District.