Union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav expressed his approval of the Supreme Court’s decision on the Aravalli matter, emphasizing the government’s dedication to preserving the hill range. Following the apex court’s stay on its 100-meter height definition order for the Aravallis, Minister Yadav affirmed the government’s commitment to safeguarding and restoring the Aravalli range.
He praised the Supreme Court’s move to halt its previous order on the Aravalli range and establish a new committee to address related issues. Minister Yadav reiterated the government’s readiness to provide support for the protection and rejuvenation of the Aravalli range, emphasizing the ban on new mining leases or renewals.
The recent ban on mining in the Aravallis by the central government, along with instructions to states to cease granting new mining leases, aligns with the commitment to conservation. The Supreme Court, under CJI Surya Kant’s leadership, proposed the formation of a new expert committee to comprehensively evaluate past recommendations on the Aravalli range’s definition.
The envisioned committee will assess the feasibility of regulated mining in the 500-meter intervals between hills and determine necessary structural measures to maintain ecological integrity. The Congress party also welcomed the Supreme Court’s decision to redefine the Aravallis, highlighting concerns over potential exploitation of the green cover by mining interests.
