Jaipur, Dec. 23 -- Leader of Opposition Tikaram Jully on Monday called the Aravalli mountain as a vital element and lifeline of the people of Rajasthan, their identity and way of life. Alluding to the central government's recent definition of the range, which limits protection to hills rising 100 metres, Jully said the Aravallis would not be allowed to be destroyed under any circumstances. Speaking on the issue, Jully said the range is rich in natural resources, including deposits of minerals, gold and silver, and alleged that these reserves were at the centre of the government's interest. He accused the state government of taking decisions aimed at benefiting "select industrialist friends" at the expense of environmental protection and public welfare. "The Aravalli is not just a mountain range; it is the lifestyle and lifeline of the people of Rajasthan. We will not allow it to be ruined," he said. The Leader of Opposition said the Congress has launched a sustained campaign to protect the Aravallis, which will be carried forward with active public participation. He stressed that environmental protection cannot be sacrificed for commercial gains and warned that the party would intensify its movement if the government failed to review its approach. Jully also referred to allegations against three MLAs, calling the matter serious and demanding a thorough investigation followed by strict action. He said accountability must be ensured irrespective of political affiliation. Meanwhile, Congress MLA Manish Yadav marked his birthday by dedicating it to the cause of Aravalli conservation and formally launched the "Save Aravalli, Save Life" campaign. Responding to the opposition's remarks, senior BJP leader Rajendra Rathore criticised them for "misleading people" on the issue of Aravalli conservation. He claimed it was the Congress government that had proposed considering only hills above 100 metres in height as part of the range. "It is unfortunate how Congress leaders are cornering the central government and misleading people over the latest judgement passed by the Supreme Court. In 2002, it was their government that proposed redefining the Aravallis under the Richard Morphy Land Classification, 1968," he said....