Diamond Rush in Kurnool District Continues as Monsoon Sparks Fresh Hope

A diamond search continues in Kurnool district, where people from several regions are arriving in large numbers hoping to strike it rich. The hunt for diamonds has been ongoing for years, with hopefuls testing their luck across villages like Jonnagiri, Pagidirayi, Erragudi, Upparlapalli, Tuggali, and Maddikera. The arrival of early monsoon rains is believed to bring better chances of finding diamonds, drawing more participants every season.

Locals believe that even a single diamond discovery can change one’s life, which keeps the enthusiasm alive among searchers. Reports suggest that several people have already found diamonds in the past. The search activity is mainly concentrated between June and August, when conditions are considered favorable for spotting stones.