INDIA bloc announces Odisha bandh on October 8 over mining law

The INDIA bloc has announced a state-wide bandh in Odisha on October 8 to protest against the state government's new mining law and related issues. The opposition alliance has mobilised support across parties to demonstrate against the policy changes affecting the mining sector.

The shutdown is part of the broader opposition strategy to challenge government policies in the state. The INDIA bloc aims to bring attention to concerns over the mining law's implementation and its potential impact on local communities and the environment.