The Economic Times

Kerala to oppose Centre's Mines and Minerals Act amendments, calls it 'encroachment' on states

Kerala will oppose the Centre's mining law amendments which affect state revenue. The state argues curbs on tax powers erode constitutional authority and cause losses. Chief Minister VD Satheesan announced formal protest and legal remedies exploration. Parliament passed the Mines and Minerals Amendment Bill, 2026 recently. This amendment invalidates state levies not yet deposited or recovered.