Impact of Mining on Health: A Case Study of Kodingamali Bauxite Mine, Koraput

Author(s)	Mr. Padlam Nayak
Country	India
Abstract	Abstract Mining is often promoted as a driver of economic growth, yet its effects on local health remain under-examined, especially in tribal regions. This study investigates the health impacts of bauxite mining on communities living around the Kodingamali mine in Koraput, Odisha, using a descriptive and analytical case study approach. Primary data were collected through household surveys, semi-structured interviews, focus group discussions, and field observations, complemented by secondary data from government reports, health records, and literature. Findings reveal that mining activities have degraded air and water quality, leading to increased respiratory illnesses, water-borne diseases, skin infections, and general health distress, disproportionately affecting women, children, and the elderly. Environmental degradation has disrupted agriculture and livelihoods, exacerbating food insecurity and psychosocial stress. The study underscores the need for stronger environmental regulation, community-focused health interventions, and inclusive development policies in mining-affected tribal areas.
Keywords	Keywords: Bauxite mining, Tribal health, Water pollution, Air pollution, Livelihoods, Environmental justice, Koraput, Odisha
Field	Sociology
Published In	Volume 8, Issue 1, January-February 2026
Published On	2026-02-26

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