Modi Government's Aravalli Redefinition Questioned by Congress Members

16 UPDATES · 9 DAYS · 22 DEC 2025 — 30 DEC 2025

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Latest · 30 Dec 2025

Jairam Ramesh urged the Supreme Court to take suo motu cognizance of three urgent environmental matters, including the Sariska tiger reserve boundary revision.

What this timeline covers

This event covers Ashok Gehlot's accusation of the Central Government's conspiracy to weaken environmental protections in the Aravalli range, including any reactions, analyses, and follow-up developments related to this specific claim. It excludes other actions or statements made by Ashok Gehlot, Bhupendra Yadav, or the Central Government unless they are direct responses or developments of this particular accusation and policy change.

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22Dec

STORY BEGINS — The Hindu

Ashok Gehlot accuses Centre of ‘selling’ Aravallis, alleges conspiracy behind policy changes

23Dec

The Hindu

Congress members are questioning the Modi government's proposed redefinition of the Aravalli range, citing concerns about environmental impact and potential land exclusion.

24Dec

The Hindu

Congress general secretary Jairam Ramesh criticizes the Modi government's redefinition of the Aravallis, arguing it lacks ecological protection.

The Hindu

The Centre issued a ban on new mining leases in the Aravallis and directed ICFRE to identify additional areas for prohibition.

25Dec

The Hindu

The Congress criticizes the government's redefinition of the Aravallis, claiming it weakens environmental protection laws and will allow for mining in most of the hills.

The Hindu

Aravalli row: Yadav, Ramesh trade charges over mining and forest data

26Dec

The Hindu

Congress leader Randeep Singh Surjewala accuses the BJP government of failing to stop illegal mining in Haryana's Aravalli region, leading to environmental damage and public safety concerns.

The Hindu

Congress leader Sachin Pilot led a protest against the Centre's redefinition of the Aravalli hills, warning that it could lead to the expansion of the Thar Desert into Delhi.

The Hindu

Congress leader Deepender Hooda criticizes the Centre's Aravalli guidelines, accusing them of being misleading and a ploy to exploit resources.

The Hindu

The Indian Youth Congress will embark on a "Aravalli Satyagraha Yatra" from January 7 to 20, demanding the withdrawal of a proposal to redefine the Aravalli mountain range.

28Dec

The Hindu

Congress leader Jairam Ramesh criticized the Environment Minister's proposed redefinition of the Aravalli range, arguing it would fragment the mountain range and undermine its integrity.

29Dec

The Hindu

The Congress criticizes the double-engine government's decision to allow real estate development in the Aravallis, claiming it will further damage the ecosystem.

The Hindu

The Supreme Court stayed its November order on the Aravalli range redefinition, prompting Congress to demand the Environment Minister's resignation.

The Hindu

The Congress suspended its Aravalli agitation following the Supreme Court's decision to pause its directions regarding the definition of the hills.

30Dec

The Hindu

In 2025, protests erupted across India over environmental threats from mining and deforestation, prompting legal challenges and public outcry.

LATEST UPDATE — The Hindu

Jairam Ramesh urged the Supreme Court to take suo motu cognizance of three urgent environmental matters, including the Sariska tiger reserve boundary revision.

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