In Odisha clashes between police & tribals, bauxite mining in focus
Indian Express·2h ago·Anger
What Happened
Clashes between tribal communities and police near Rayagada district, Odisha injured 40 police personnel and 25 residents on Tuesday. The violence erupted during construction of a 3-km approach road to Sijimali bauxite mine in Kashipur. Vedanta Ltd, which won the mine through auction in 2023, has Stage-1 forest clearance and targets commissioning next year. Residents allege fraudulent Gram Sabhas and forged signatures, opposing the project due to livelihood concerns.
Key Entities
OdishaRayagada districtVedanta LtdSijimali bauxite mineKashipurtribal communitiesbauxite mining