What is Jadugoda near Singhbhum famous for?

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Jadugoda is located in Jharkhand\'s Singhbhum district and is known for its uranium mines. Uranium was discovered there in 1951 in the Singhbhum Thrust Belt. Mining operations began in 1957 under the Uranium Corporation of India Limited (UCIL), which was established in 1967. Jadugoda hosts India\'s first commercial uranium mine and supports the country\'s nuclear program alongside nearby mines like Bhatin, Narwapahar, and Turamdih.

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Uranium mines Jadugoda is located in Jharkhand\'s Singhbhum district and is known for its uranium mines. Uranium was discovered there in 1951 in the Singhbhum Thrust Belt. Mining operations began in 1957 under the Uranium Corporation of India Limited (UCIL), which was established in 1967. Jadugoda hosts India\'s first commercial uranium mine and supports the country\'s nuclear program alongside nearby mines like Bhatin, Narwapahar, and Turamdih.

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