Bhawanipatna, A massive rally was held by the residents of approximately 24 Panchayats from Thuamula Rampur block in Kalahandi district, which is affected by the CGMALI mining project. Around 10,000 people participated, submitting a petition to the district officials demanding that mining operations commence immediately. The petition highlighted that the mining project will bring economic development and alleviate unemployment in the region.
The residents expressed their support for the CGMALI and Maitri companies, mentioning that the mining will not only lead to prosperity but also solve local problems like unemployment, and will bring improvements in the fields of health, education, and infrastructure. They also mentioned that construction of temples and other developmental work is already underway in their region with the support of Maitri company.
The villagers emphasized that there has been no opposition from the local community, and that certain outsiders are misleading the tribal population to oppose the mining project for their own vested interests. The villagers concluded their statement by demanding that the Chief Minister approve the mining project at the earliest, as it would greatly benefit the community.