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Illegal chromite mining in Sukinda Valley

Illegal Chromite Mining in Sukinda Valley: Odisha Ex-Minister Urges Action

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Bhubaneswar, June 1, ( Newshub Desk): Former Odisha Minister and Biju Janata Dal (BJD) leader Pritiranjan Ghadai has raised serious concerns over rampant illegal chromite mining in Sukinda Valley, Jajpur district. In a strongly worded letter to Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi, Ghadai called for urgent action, citing massive revenue losses and severe environmental degradation….

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Illegal Morrum Mining in Odisha

Illegal Mining in Odisha Railway Project Sparks ₹1.2 Crore Compensation Order

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Bhubaneswar, May 11, 2025 (Newshub Desk)— The National Green Tribunal (NGT) has taken firm action against illegal morrum mining in Odisha, directing the Odisha State Pollution Control Board (OSPCB) to collect ₹1.2 crore in environmental compensation from a private contractor. The penalty comes after investigations confirmed unauthorised mining activities during the construction of the Bhadrak–Nirgundi…

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