Shivakumar joins Kerala in opposing mining law changes, flags states' fiscal powers

Bengaluru: Chief Minister DK Shivakumar on Thursday joined Kerala CM VD Satheesan in opposing the recent amendments to the Mines & Minerals (Development & Regulation) Bill, 2026, arguing that the changes could curtail states’ fiscal powers over mineral resources.

Speaking at the Southern Zonal Council meeting, Shivakumar urged the Centre to reconsider the legislation, which restricts states from imposing certain taxes, cess and levies on major minerals.