On 21 July 2026, the High-Powered Committee (HPC) constituted by the Supreme Court of India has invited responses from stakeholders and the public on issues concerning the Aravalli Hills and Ranges and related ancillary matters.
The Committee has been tasked with submitting a comprehensive report to the Supreme Court by 31 August 2026.
Key Takeaways:
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The Supreme Court, by order dated 25 May 2026 in Suo Motu Writ Petition (Civil) No. 10 of 2025, constituted a High-Powered Committee to examine issues relating to the Aravalli Hills and Ranges and connected matters.
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The Committee has been directed to submit a comprehensive report to the Supreme Court before 31 August 2026.
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The HPC has invited representations, suggestions and inputs from stakeholders and members of the public.
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Stakeholders from the States of Delhi, Rajasthan, Haryana, Gujarat and other concerned States can submit their views to the Committee.
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The invitation extends to environmentalists, conservationists, not-for-profit organisations, mining lease holders, project proponents, villagers, farmers, mine workers and local communities connected with the Aravalli ecosystem.
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Interested individuals and entities who may be affected by, or have a legitimate interest in, the issues under consideration have also been invited to participate.
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Stakeholders have been requested to support their submissions, wherever possible, with documentary evidence or other verifiable material.
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Responses can be submitted through email at mshpcaravalli@gmail.com.
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The Committee has also provided a dedicated Google Form for submission of suggestions and inputs.
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Representations, suggestions and inputs are required to be submitted to the High-Powered Committee within 21 days of the publication of the notice.
[Public Notice by High-Powered Committee on Aravalli Hills and Ranges, dated 21-7-2026]
