Don’t allow MMDR Act to be implemented in Odisha, Naveen Patnaik calls for united fight
Odisha chief minister Naveen Patnaik urged a collective opposition to the proposed Mineral Development and Regulation (MMDR) Amendment Act, stating he will defend the state's interests continuously. Party workers of the Biju Janata Dal also demanded a suspension of mineral shipments from local mines until the amendment is withdrawn, citing concerns over the act's impact on Odisha.