Stay Clear of Aravalis Till We Decide Its Definition, Says SC The Supreme Court's decision to halt all mining activities in the Aravali hills until a new definition of the region is established marks a significant shift in India's approach to environmental protection.
For decades, unchecked mining has ravaged the Aravalis, with devastating consequences for the ecosystem and local communities.
The controversy surrounding the 100 meter elevation definition, which was used to determine the region's extent, stems from its crude approximation of the area's true ecological significance.