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SC accepts Centre's definition of Aravali Hills, bans grant of fresh mining leases
The Supreme Court has defined the Aravali Hills and Ranges, banning new mining leases across Delhi, Haryana, Rajasthan, and Gujarat until expert reports are issued. The ruling aims to protect this vital ecosystem, establishing criteria for defining hills and ranges, while allowing sustainable mining in existing operations. The Aravalis act as a crucial environmental barrier.
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