Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu has raised concerns over a recent Union government policy change. This change reclassifies laterite with over 20% aluminium as a major mineral, shifting it from state control to central auction rules. This halt affects 402 mine awards in Andhra Pradesh.

CM Naidu urges the Centre to assist laterite mining lease applicants affected by revised guidelines, seeking a smoother transition process.

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu has raised concerns over a recent Union government policy change. This change reclassifies laterite with over 20% aluminium as a…