BJD leads mass protest in Bhubaneswar against MMDR Amendment Act 2026

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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 large-scale demonstration 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 protest drew thousands of party workers and supporters. The BJD claims the legislation undermines Odisha's financial autonomy and mineral rights, potentially causing annual losses of thousands of crores of rupees. Patnaik called for the act's withdrawal and urged political parties to unite against its implementation, with plans to expand the campaign to district level and oppose mineral transportation. The protest resulted in over 100 detentions and significant traffic disruptions in the city. The Union Ministry of Mines countered that the amendment does not weaken states' authority over mineral taxes or jurisdiction over land and mineral resources. The BJP accused the BJD of spreading misinformation and politicizing the issue. Congress also joined the opposition to the act, and further protests were 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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