Mines and Minerals Amendment Bill Passed in Parliament, Concerns in Odisha Over Increased Central Powers
Following the passage of the Mines and Minerals (Amendment) Bill, 2026 by Parliament, concerns are being raised in Odisha over potential financial losses and the impact on Centre-State relations.
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Parliament has passed the Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Amendment Bill, 2026. Through this new law, powers related to the mining and management of minerals have been entrusted to the Central Government. Concerns have grown over this change in mineral-rich Odisha. Various stakeholders there believe that this step will adversely affect the state's financial health and may also strain relations between the Centre and the state.