Big U-turn: Centre bans new Aravalli mining leases; expands protected zones | India News – The Times of India
Drone view of Aravalli hills (ANI photo) NEW DELHI: The Centre on Wednesday ordered states to impose a complete ban on new mining leases in the Aravallis and expand protected zones, a major move amid public outcry over the “new definition” of the mountain range.The Union environment ministry said the decision was aimed at the…
