Aravalli Definition Row: Congress vs. Centre on Environmental Protection

Congress accuses the Modi government of undermining Aravalli protection with a new definition, claiming over 90% vulnerability. Environment Minister Bhupendra Yadav counters, asserting a ban on new mining leases and robust protection for the range. The debate follows a Supreme Court-backed redefinition.

• Congress alleges 'global talk, local walk' disconnect on environment by PM Modi.
• Jairam Ramesh claims 90% of Aravallis unprotected under new 100-meter definition.
• Minister Bhupendra Yadav refutes claims, states 90% of Aravallis remain protected.
• Centre imposes complete ban on new mining leases across the Aravalli range.
• Supreme Court accepted a new 100-meter elevation definition for Aravalli hills in November.
• The new definition aims to standardize Aravalli classification for mining regulation.

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