Deccan Gold Mines Ltd starts pre-commissioning trials at Altyn Tor Gold Project.

Deccan Gold Mines Limited has commenced pre-commissioning trials at its Altyn Tor Gold Project in Kyrgyzstan, marking a key step toward full-scale gold production.

The trials, which will be conducted sequentially over the coming months depending on weather conditions, will begin with the crushing, grinding, and gravity concentration circuits, followed by the leaching circuit. During this pre-production phase, the company expects to process between 20,000 and 30,000 tonnes of ore with an average grade slightly above 1.0 g/t Au. Gold recovered during the trials will be produced as saleable concentrate or doré bars.

In parallel, the mining team has completed the targeted mined volume for the year, and results from the recent resource drilling programme are expected in the coming weeks.

Commenting on the milestone, Deccan Gold Managing Director Dr Hanuma Prasad Modali said, “The pre-commissioning trials at Altyn Tor mark a defining step forward for Deccan Gold. The project's steady progress toward creating lasting value strengthens India’s footprint in the global gold mining landscape. As the first Indian mining company in Kyrgyzstan, we remain focused on responsible growth, operational excellence, and building a model for cross-border collaboration that benefits both nations.”