The first is the dilution of the definition of the Aravalli hills, removing a set of complex, layered norms that defined and protected these ancient hills. It is immoral to hold a flag for the Aravalli hills but ignore the decimation of people’s lives. The Aravalli hills are the commons and most of the MGNREGA work happens in and for the commons. In this entire performance, human beings who are most affected by environmental destruction are absent. The Aravalli hills are precious and need to be safeguarded.

Source: The Telegraph December 26, 2025 07:48 UTC