The Supreme Court will constitute a panel of domain experts to help define the term “Aravalli” in an ongoing suo motu environmental case. The Court has ordered status quo on mining and related activities until key preliminary issues are decided.
The Supreme Court’s Aravalli hills verdict has triggered nationwide outrage over fears of expanded mining and environmental damage. Former CJI B.R. Gavai defended the ruling in a heated interview with Arnab Goswami, saying the matter is not closed and can still be reviewed.
