Centre Bans New Aravalli Mining Leases, Expands Protected Zones

The Centre has imposed a complete ban on new mining leases across the entire Aravalli range, from Gujarat to the NCR. This significant move, aimed at preserving the ecological integrity of the mountain range, follows a Supreme Court directive and includes identifying additional no-mining zones.

• Centre bans all new mining leases in the Aravalli range.
• Prohibition applies uniformly across the entire Aravalli landscape.
• Indian Council of Forestry Research and Education (ICFRE) to identify more no-mining zones.
• Existing mining activities will face stringent regulation.
• Decision follows recent Supreme Court directive and public concerns.
• Aims to prevent desertification, conserve biodiversity, and recharge aquifers.

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