Limestone and Dolomite Resources of Karnataka

Abstract

The Proterozoic Kaladgi and Bhima Basins of North Karnataka covering parts of Belgaum, Bijapur, Bidar, Gulburga and Uttara Kannada districts are rich repositories of limestone and dolomite deposits. The geology, reserves and environmental aspects of their exploitation are succinctly brought out in this publication. The volume brings together at one place all the relevant information on the limestone and dolomite resources of the State for easy reference by students of Economic Geology, Policy Makers and for Entreprenuers.