Bhubaneswar mass protest against MMDR Amendment Act draws thousands, over 100 detained

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Where: Bhubaneswarresolved to locality20.260, 85.839
When: Occurrence date not stated by reportingFirst reported 2026-09-27 · last update 2026-09-28
Sourcing: 10 reports10 reports across 8 outlets · independence not established
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Summary

The Biju Janata Dal (BJD) organized a major protest in Bhubaneswar on September 28, 2026, against the Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Amendment Act, 2026. Led by BJD President and former Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik, the demonstration drew thousands of party workers and supporters who opposed the legislation, claiming it undermines Odisha's constitutional rights over mineral resources and threatens significant annual revenue losses for the state. The BJD demanded immediate repeal of the Act and called for political parties to unite against its implementation. The protest escalated into tension as demonstrators attempted to breach police barricades, resulting in the detention of over 100 protesters and severe traffic disruptions in the city. The BJP defended the legislation as promoting transparency and safeguarding states' mining revenues, while the Union ministry of mines stated the amendment does not dilute states' rights. The BJD announced plans to expand the campaign to district levels and oppose mineral transportation as part of the agitation, with further protests planned for September 29.

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prokerala.com
- MMDR Amendment Act: BJD appeals to people to join mass protest tomorrow2026-09-27
pragativadi.com
- Odisha Congress to Hit Streets over MMDR Act Tomorrow2026-09-28
thehindu.com
- Don’t allow MMDR Act to be implemented in Odisha, Naveen Patnaik calls for united fight2026-09-28
economictimes.indiatimes.com
- Naveen Patnaik vows to fight MMDR Act ‘till last breath’, urges Odisha to unite against law2026-09-28
orissapost.com
- Will fight against MMDR Act till last breath to safeguard Gen Z’s future: Naveen Patnaik2026-09-28
chennaionline.com
- Naveen Patnaik Urges Opposition Against MMDR Act Implementation in Odisha2026-09-28
timesofindia.indiatimes.com
- Naveen leads rally against MMDR Act, calls for unified protest to protect Odisha’s interests2026-09-28
deccanchronicle.com
- Naveen Leads BJD Protest Against MMDR Act, Alleges Threat To Odisha’s Mining Rights2026-09-28

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