Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 04:20am on 27 Dec 2025,Saturday India
The Indian government has been unable to produce a clear, legally accepted definition of the Aravalli hill range despite more than a year of work, creating uncertainty over conservation and mining regulations. Disputes over whether landforms under 100 m should be classed as Aravallis have drawn criticism from environmentalists and opposition leaders, who warn a narrow definition could expose ecologically vital areas to mining and development, undermining groundwater recharge and biodiversity protection. The lack of a uniform definition has even led to legal challenges and growing public protests, reflecting deep concern over the future of this ancient ecological system. (PC: ANI)
