SCCL to explore gold, copper deposits in Karnataka, signs agreement - The HinduPublished - August 07, 2026 10:06 pm ISTBHADRADRI KOTHAGUDEMThe Singareni Collieries Company Limited (SCCL) has taken another significant step towards exploring gold and copper deposits in the Devadurga Block, spread across Raichur and Yadgir districts of Karnataka, by signing an agreement with the Karnataka Department of Mines & Geology (DMG) to formally commence exploration activities.According to an SCCL press release, the company had earlier secured the exploration licence for the block through the Government of India’s mineral auction process. The agreement was signed in Bengaluru on Thursday by Karnataka DMG Director Rangappa, and SCCL Director (Projects & Planning) K. Venkateshwarlu.Under the agreement, SCCL will complete the exploration of the 199.13 sq.km Devadurga Block, for which it has been granted the exploration licence, within a period of five years. Speaking on the occasion, Mr. Venkateshwarlu said that it is the first time in SCCL’s history that the company is undertaking mineral exploration of this scale outside Telangana.Drawing on SCCL’s more than 130 years of expertise in geological surveys and mineral exploration, he expressed confidence that the project would be completed successfully.Published - August 07, 2026 10:06 pm ISTSign in to unlock member-only benefits!Access 10 free stories every monthSave stories to read laterAccess to comment on every storySign-up/manage your newsletter subscriptions with a single clickGet notified by email for early access to discounts & offers on our products${ ind + 1 } ${ device }Last active - ${ la }