Odisha's BJD party is planning legal action and public demonstrations against the recently passed Mines and Minerals (Amendment) Bill, which they argue will severely impact the state's fiscal autonomy and developmental plans. The BJD contends the bill restricts states' powers to levy taxes on mineral rights, potentially causing significant revenue losses.

Lok Sabha passed the Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Amendment Bill, 2026, curbing states' powers to impose taxes and cess on mineral rights, with mining minister…

The bill, which amends the Mines and Minerals (development and regulation) Act, 1957, was introduced on Monday by minister of coal and mines G Kishan Reddy. | India News