Pakistan is rich in placer gold and other precious and semi-precious minerals, but their exact potential is yet to be identified due to lack of sensible exploration techniques, said a Balochistan-based company. said Abdul Bashir, chief geologist at exploration company Koh-e-Dalil Minerals. Private Limited, spoke in an exclusive interview with WealthPK.
He said the country was losing out on a huge source of revenue due to lack of systematic exploration and mining of mineral-rich placer deposits. Although several exploration studies have been conducted, no emphasis has been placed on determining the true potential of these deposits.
“Some provinces are rich in placer gold deposits and several other precious and semi-precious minerals. , Beka also has significant gold concentrations in the Khairabad-Nizanpur transect of KP, which is part of the Indus Suture Zone, and is known for its mineral potential. has been confirmed here.”
“With modern and smart exploration techniques, we can identify the immense potential of these placer deposits through geophysical and geochemical surveys. “Lack of funds and lack of mechanization, expertise and skilled labor are considered to be the backlash in this mining sector,” he added.
Abdul Bashir said, “The mining industry for placer gold and other minerals is suffering from lack of proper regulation, mafias, lack of expertise and expertise to identify other important ores, traditional screening methods, rudimentary “We are facing challenges such as the availability of appropriate tools.” All these inefficiencies lead to low recovery rates.
“These practices are also having a negative impact on river ecosystems. The heavy use of mercury and other harmful chemicals and improper dredging are also harming the environment, ecosystems and human health. These issues A systematic approach is needed to address this.”
Placer gold deposits represent a valuable but untapped resource. Abdul Bashir added that with a well-developed policy framework and appropriate investments, Pakistan can become a major player in the region.
In an interview with WealthPK, Zakirullah (also known as Juray Lal), a gemstone exporter, miner and gemologist, said, “Aiming for systematic mining of placer deposits containing other minerals is a major challenge for Pakistan.” “It’s extremely important to the department.” For the most part, local residents are attached to this industry. This is like a small business, but requires more awareness and training to extract other minerals as well. ”
To improve the mining sector, we need to focus on this mining sector. Thousands of people are involved in this segment and they earn income only through gold dust deposits. With proper care, this sector can become a suitable engine of income generation and a source of sustainable livelihood. Only a systematic operation can lead to the above goals, July Lal added.
