Archive · 21 Jul 2026
Supreme Court Panel Seeks Feedback on Aravalli Protection
The Supreme Court has set up a committee to look into how to protect the Aravalli Hills, which are very old and stretch across four states in India.
The committee is asking for feedback from different groups, like environmentalists and miners, to help decide how to define and protect the hills.
Some people are worried that the current definition might not protect enough of the hills, while others think it allows for responsible mining.
The committee will make a report by the end of August.
Supreme Court panel seeks feedback on Aravalli Hills protection from various stakeholders.
Committee to resolve ambiguities in the 100-metre elevation definition of the Aravallis.
Feedback submissions must be made within 21 days with supporting evidence.
Committee to assess ecological impact of mining in demarcated Aravalli areas.
Report to be submitted to the Supreme Court by August 31.
- Who
- Supreme Court High-Powered Committee, environmentalists, conservationists, mining leaseholders, project proponents, villagers, farmers, mine workers, local communities
- What
- Seeking feedback on the protection and definition of the Aravalli Hills
- When
- 21-day window for feedback, committee report due by August 31
- Where
- Aravalli Hills spanning Gujarat, Rajasthan, Haryana, and Delhi
- Why
- To resolve ambiguities in the definition and protection of the Aravalli Hills
Environmentalists and Conservationists
Mining Leaseholders and Project Proponents
Definition of Aravalli Hills
Environmentalists and Conservationists
The 100-metre elevation benchmark leaves over 90% of the Aravalli range unprotected, risking ecological damage.
Mining Leaseholders and Project Proponents
The definition allows for sustainable mining and development within regulated areas.
Impact on Livelihoods
Environmentalists and Conservationists
Unchecked mining and construction threaten the livelihoods and well-being of local communities dependent on the Aravalli's biodiversity.
Mining Leaseholders and Project Proponents
Regulated mining can provide economic benefits and jobs for local communities.
- Age of Aravallis
- Over a billion years old
- Length of Aravalli Range
- 700 km
- States Spanning Aravallis
- Gujarat, Rajasthan, Haryana, Delhi
- Committee Chairperson
- Kanchan Devi, Director General of ICFRE
- Deadline for Submissions
- 21 days from notice
- Committee Report Deadline
- August 31