In Gurgaon’s Aravalli belt, study flags shrinking forest, fragmented habitat amid ‘rapid urbanisation’

Encroachments, Mining and Urban Growth Threaten Aravalli's Ecology, Finds Study

The Aravalli region in southern Haryana, particularly in Gurgaon, has experienced significant environmental changes over the past decade. Forest and agricultural land have decreased, built-up areas have expanded, and water bodies have diminished. These changes have led to habitat fragmentation, affecting local biodiversity and increasing environmental stress in the area.According to The Indian Express, a recent pilot study conducted in four vill…

In Gurgaon’s Aravalli belt, study flags shrinking forest, fragmented habitat amid ‘rapid urbanisation’

Releasing the report on Wednesday, Union minister Bhupender Yadav said the Centre was focused on implementing the Aravalli Green Wall project, which seeks to restore the degraded landscapes.

Encroachments and illegal mining severely damaging Aravalli ecosystem, study warns - The Tribune

Deforestation and rapid urbanisation weakening groundwater recharge, biodiversity and climate regulation in NCR region.