Aravalli Mining Row: Centre Dismisses Opposition Fears, Cites SC Nod & 'Green Aravalli' Push

• Centre dismisses opposition claims on Aravalli mining, citing Supreme Court approval and commitment to a 'green Aravalli'.
• Union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav states only 0.19% of the 1.44 lakh sq km Aravalli range is suitable for mining.
• Congress leader Sachin Pilot opposes, claiming approval uses old data and warns of severe environmental damage to the NCR region.
• Pilot argues allowing mining based on outdated guidelines would destroy one of the world's oldest mountain ranges.
• Pawan Khera supports, emphasizing dire ecological consequences for Delhi, Haryana, and the region, and Aravallis' role against Thar Desert sand.

Why It Matters: Centre assures safe Aravalli mining with SC nod, but opposition warns of ecological disaster from old data.