Deccan Gold Begins Pre-Commissioning Trials in Kyrgyzstan

25 Dec 2025 CW Team

Gold and critical minerals exploration firm Deccan Gold Mines Ltd on Monday announced the commencement of pre-commissioning trials ahead of the commissioning of its gold mining project in Kyrgyzstan, marking a key milestone towards full-scale production.

During the pre-commissioning phase, the company expects to process around 20,000 to 30,000 tonnes of ore. Gold recovered during the trial operations will be produced as saleable concentrate or dore bars, enabling early validation of processing performance prior to progressive commissioning of the project.

In a statement, Deccan Gold Mines said the trials have commenced at its Altyn Tor Gold Project in Kyrgyzstan, paving the way for the start of commercial operations. Commenting on the development, Managing Director Hanuma Prasad Modali said that as the project advances towards commissioning, the company remains focused on building a globally credible mining asset that strengthens India’s international footprint while delivering long-term benefits to local communities in Kyrgyzstan.

Deccan Gold Mines Ltd, India’s first and only listed gold exploration company, holds a strategic portfolio of gold and mineral exploration assets across India and overseas. Its projects span Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka and Chhattisgarh, as well as international locations including Mozambique, Kyrgyzstan and Finland.

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