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Diu Miliolitic Limestone Overview Rockhounding & Mineral Guide

Quick answer

Diu Miliolitic Limestone Overview is a sourced Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu geological context. Reported interests include Miliolitic limestone, Calcarenite, Calcrudite, Micrite. Access status: Collecting status not confirmed.

MaterialsMiliolitic limestone, Calcarenite, Calcrudite, Micrite
Locality typeRegional Geology
Access statusCollecting status not confirmed
Map precisionApproximate named area; non-navigable
DistrictDiu
ReviewedSeptember 8, 2026

What is documented here?

CGWB 2022 states that Diu is underlain by Quaternary miliolite rocks and stabilized sand dunes; miliolitic limestone is the main aquifer.

Can you collect here?

Geology/research context only; public specimen-collecting access is not established.

The cited source documents geology, geomorphology or sediment context, but does not establish a general public right to collect specimens.

Before visiting

A documented geological occurrence is not collecting permission. The UT contains regulated quarry/minor-mineral areas, river/estuary sediment, coastal beaches, tourism sites and other public/private land. Verify current land status, mineral rights, coastal/forest/environment restrictions and site-specific authority before removing basalt, limestone, sand, gravel, shells, clay or other material.

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South Diu Limestone Cliff Belt Diu Wave-Cut Limestone Platform Context Naida Caves Limestone Geology Eastern Diu Miliolite Ridge Context

Field-use reminder: a geological occurrence or map pin does not create a right to collect.
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