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Aravalli row: Minister Yadav, Congress clash in Rajya Sabha over illegal mining

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News18•10-03-2026, 18:45

Aravalli row: Minister Yadav, Congress clash in Rajya Sabha over illegal mining

•Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav and Congress members sparred in Rajya Sabha over illegal mining in Aravalli hills.
•Yadav accused the previous Ashok Gehlot-led Congress government in Rajasthan of encouraging illegal mining, prompting Supreme Court intervention.
•He asserted the Modi government's commitment to Aravalli protection and its positive stance on forming a High Powered Committee as per SC directives.
•The Opposition, led by Jairam Ramesh, staged a walkout, demanding an apology from the minister for alleged objectionable words.
•The Supreme Court had asked the ministry to suggest experts for a panel to define Aravalli and ensure only lawful mining.

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