Bihar hits a rare earth mineral jackpot: Cobalt found in Banka, gold in Jamui, says state minister
- Posted on May 21, 2026
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Bihar hits a rare earth mineral jackpot: Cobalt found in Banka, gold in Jamui, says state minister
Bihar rare earth minerals discovery: Bihar is poised to join India's rare minerals race with the discovery of cobalt, titanium, and rare earth elements. The state government announced upcoming auctions for 14 mineral blocks, including cobalt in Banka and REEs in Bhagalpur. These discoveries are significant for advanced technologies, defence, and electric vehicles, with auctions set to commence after May 20.
