In a heartening tale of perseverance and luck, a 6.54-carat top-grade diamond has been unearthed from a shallow mine in Jaruapur village, Panna district, Madhya Pradesh. Valued at over Rs 20 lakh, the precious gem was discovered by local woman leaseholder Meena Devi, bringing immense joy to her and the community. Panna, known as the ‘City of Diamonds,’ continues its legacy of rewarding hard work with this remarkable find.
Meena Singh, a resident of Noida, secured a lease for the diamond mine earlier this year and diligently worked the site, culminating in the discovery of the exceptional diamond. The discovery has sparked celebrations in the village, highlighting the significance of Panna’s diamond-rich soil and the opportunities it presents. The diamond has been securely deposited at the Diamond Office in Panna, awaiting its turn for the upcoming auction organized by the authorities.
The gem’s auction will follow established procedures, with government-mandated revenue shares and charges deducted before transferring the balance to Meena Singh. The potential windfall from the diamond’s sale could bring significant financial stability and new prospects for Meena and her family. Villagers have lauded her success, underscoring the positive impact of sincere labor in Panna’s mines and the role of women in the diamond mining sector.
Panna, a historic diamond mining region in Madhya Pradesh, boasts a rich legacy of producing exquisite gems through both mechanized and traditional shallow pit mines. The area’s strict regulations on leases aim to promote sustainable mining practices, overseen by the Panna Diamond Office to ensure transparency and revenue generation for the state.
