SC sets up expert panel on Aravalis, petitioners question its independence
The Indian Supreme Court has appointed a high-powered committee to redefine the ecological boundaries of the Aravali hills after previous criteria were challenged. Environmentalists have expressed concern regarding the committee's independence, citing the inclusion of government-affiliated bureaucrats.
Why it matters
The case highlights the conflict between industrial development, mining interests, and environmental conservation in India's ecologically sensitive regions.
SC sets up expert panel on Aravalis, petitioners question its independence | India News - The Times of India
The article balances the court's administrative action with the concerns raised by petitioners.
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