The Odisha government has initiated the e-auction process for the Karlapat bauxite block and other mineral areas in Kalahandi. While mining allocations for Vedanta and Adani Group are underway, land acquisition for mega alumina refineries is taking place in neighboring Rayagada district. This has sparked concerns among locals and intellectuals in Kalahandi's Thuamul Rampur block, who fear environmental degradation and loss of livelihood without direct industrial benefits to their region. The 'Maa Mali Mati Suraksha Manch' continues to protest for the protection of land and forest rights. https://www.dharitri.com/vedanta-and-adanis-mega-alumina-project-in-rayagada/ #creator program