Bauxite is an important mineral as aluminium; an important metal in many industries. India’s bauxite deposits are mainly distributed between the states of Madhya Pradesh and Chattisgarh. The main areas are found in the Amarkantak Plateau (Madhya Pradesh), Maikal Hills (Chattisgarh), and the plateau region of Bilaspur – Katni (between Madhya Pradesh and Chattisgarh).