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Kawrtethawveng–Derlak Track — Shell Limestone Rockhounding & Mineral Guide

Quick answer

Kawrtethawveng–Derlak Track — Shell Limestone is a sourced Mizoram geological/mineral context. Reported interests include Shell limestone, Calcite, Sandstone. Access status: Reference / viewing only.

MaterialsShell limestone, Calcite, Sandstone
Locality typeDeposit
Access statusReference / viewing only
Map precisionApproximate eastward offset from named village; non-navigable
DistrictMamit
ReviewedSeptember 8, 2026

What is documented here?

GSI reports shell limestone about 3–4 km east of Kwarte Thanwveng/Kawrtethawveng along the Derlak foot track.

Can you collect here?

Reference, mineral-resource, quarry, exploration or regulated extraction context. It is not presented as a public recreational collecting site.

The cited source documents a mineral resource, quarry/building-stone target, exploration block or otherwise regulated extraction context; recreational specimen access is not established.

Before visiting

A geological or mineral occurrence is not collecting permission. Mizoram regulates minor-mineral extraction; confirm land/community authority, forest or protected status, mineral rights, current state rules and any required permit before removing material.

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Related Mizoram localities

Sesawang–Dam Lui Shell Limestone Laipui Tlang / Chanmari Lui — Shell Limestone Boulders Reiek–Aizawl Road — Shell Limestone Boulder Context Saipum (Kauzen) Shell Limestone Block

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