I am deeply disturbed by the Supreme Court of India's decision on November 20, 2025, to redefine what qualifies as an "Aravalli Hill." This newly unified definition drastically reduces the recognition of these hills from over 12,000 to just over 1,000, risking the vast majority of these ecologically sensitive regions being forgotten and left unprotected. As someone who cannot bear to see the Aravalli range, a symbol of natural beauty and a crucial ecological zone, fall into the hands of industrialists, I implore you to join me in the fight to correct this decision.

The Aravalli range, stretching across Rajasthan, Haryana, Delhi, and Gujarat, is not just a geographical feature; it is a lifeline for these regions. These hills are vital for water conservation, air purification, and biodiversity. They play an essential role in protecting an already sparse green cover in these areas from further degradation. By slashing the number of recognized hills, we risk accelerating deforestation, habitat loss, and increasing air and water pollution.

This ruling could pave the way for unchecked industrialization and urbanization. Relaxing the protection status from over 12,000 hills to merely a few gives free rein to mining and real estate development, which threaten the very existence of this ancient range. The Aravallis are home to many threatened species and play a crucial role in maintaining the microclimates of the regions. Are we prepared to lose one of the oldest mountain ranges in India just for economic convenience?

The decision ignores vast areas of strategic ecological importance. While it's crucial to have a unified approach, it should not come at the expense of the Aravalli's ecosystems. Instead, the government could establish committees comprising environmentalists, geologists, and local communities to assess and redefine the criteria in a way that balances development with environmental protection.

We need a solution that recognises the entire Aravalli range for all the roles it fulfills. Let's urge our policymakers to reconsider this decision before irreversible harm is done. I ask you to sign this petition, demanding the restoration of protection to all mapped Aravalli Hills, and to revisit this definition with comprehensive scientific evaluation.

Help save the Aravalli range—let's not let industrial greed erase our country's natural heritage. Sign this petition today!