Union Minister Bhupender Yadav: No Aravalli Mining Leases Except for Critical Strategic Minerals

In this special report, Union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav addresses the controversy surrounding mining in the Aravalli range. Speaking on the latest developments, Yadav asserts that 'misinformation is being spread' and clarifies that 'no mining will be allowed in the Delhi NCR region'. He highlights that the Supreme Court has upheld the government's green concerns, noting that 'no new mining lease except in case of critical strategic and atomic mineral' will be permitted. Yadav further emphasizes the protection of four tiger reserves and 20 wildlife sanctuaries in the area, stating that the government is balancing 'ecology and economy together' while dismissing opposition claims as 'lies' that are 'becoming unmasked'.