Union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav welcomed the Supreme Court’s decision to stay its earlier order on the uniform definition of the Aravalli hills and to form a new expert committee. He reaffirmed that the government remains committed to protecting and restoring the Aravalli range, with the mining ban continuing.
The Supreme Court said public criticism over the new Aravalli definition arises from perceived ambiguity and lack of clarity in its directions. The court has kept its earlier order in abeyance and will seek expert opinion before finalising the definition.
