Jharkhand to Challenge MMDR Amendment Act in Supreme Court

The state administration of Jharkhand has decided to approach the Supreme Court to contest the recently passed amendment to the Mines and Minerals Development and Regulation (MMDR) Act. Officials said a legal petition will be prepared to argue that the amendment adversely affects the state's interests and its regulatory framework for mineral resources. The move reflects growing concerns among state governments about the central legislation's impact on regional mining policies. Jharkhand's legal team is expected to file the petition in the coming weeks, seeking a judicial review of the amendment's provisions. The Supreme Court's decision could have wider implications for the balance of power between the centre and states in mineral governance.