The Supreme Court of India has denied Haryana government permission to submit a detailed plan for a jungle safari, stating that no one will be allowed to interfere with the Aravalis until its definition is clarified by experts.
On Thursday, the Supreme Court of India stated unequivocally that no one will be permitted to disturb the Aravalis, a vital environmental region. The court rejected the Haryana government's proposal to submit a detailed project report for a jungle safari, emphasizing that any such plans will be deferred until experts clarify the exact boundaries and definition of the Aravali range. This decision highlights the court's commitment to preserving the environment, particularly regarding eco-sensitive areas like the Aravalis.
The Chief Justice, along with Justices Joymalya Bagchi and Vipul M Pancholi, indicated that they would only revisit the issue of the jungle safari once the core matter concerning the Aravali range is settled. This comes after Haryana's attorney modified the safari project area from 10,000 acres to 3,300 acres, in an attempt to secure approval for further investigation by a central empowered committee. The court's firm stance reflects the ongoing legal and environmental discourse about sustainable development versus conservation in India.
This ruling underscores the nuanced balance that courts often strive to maintain between facilitating development and protecting the ecological integrity of sensitive regions. The implications of this decision extend beyond Haryana, as it sets a precedent for how similar cases regarding environmental protection may be handled in the future, especially in regions facing pressures from development projects.
