New Delhi, Dec. 29 -- union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav on Monday welcomed the Supreme Court's intervention on the Aravalli Hills, asserting the Centre's commitment to protecting and restoring India's oldest mountain range.
The ruling, however, triggered a political spat, with Congress accusing the government of duplicity over its proposed redefinition of the ecologically sensitive region.
Following the Supreme Court's order, Yadav took to social media and said, "I welcome the Supreme Court directions introducing a stay on its order concerning the Aravalli range, and the formation of a new committee to study issues. We stand committed to extending all assistance sought from MOEFCC in the protection and restoration of the Aravalli...