Scientists, environmentalists, policy experts raise concerns over SC-appointed panel on Aravallis
Environmentalists and scientists have written to the Chief Justice of India to express concerns over the composition of a Supreme Court-appointed committee reviewing the Aravalli hill range. Critics argue the panel lacks independence because it is composed primarily of current and former government officials.
Why it matters
The Aravalli range is a critical ecological zone, and the transparency of its protection policies is a significant issue for Indian environmental governance.
Scientists, senior environmental and policy experts, and other stakeholders from across India have written to the Chief Justice of India (CJI), raising questions over the composition of the Supreme Court-appointed high-powered expert committee tasked with reviewing the Centre s report on the definition and delineation of the Aravalli hill range.
The article presents the concerns of the critics while identifying the committee members and the court's mandate, maintaining a balanced reporting style.
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