The Ancient Hills
Under Threat

650 million years of history. Vanishing in our lifetime.

650M Years Old

692 Kilometers Long

300+ Bird Species

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India's Oldest Mountain Range

The Aravalli Range stretches 692 kilometers from Delhi to Gujarat, forming a critical ecological barrier and biodiversity hotspot that has stood for over 650 million years.

A Living Ancient Wonder

The Aravalli Hills are not just mountains—they are India's ecological lifeline. Older than the Himalayas, these ancient peaks act as a natural barrier against the Thar Desert, regulate rainfall patterns, and recharge vital groundwater reserves for millions of people in Delhi-NCR and Rajasthan.

Home to leopards, nilgai, golden jackals, and over 300 species of birds, the Aravalli forests provide crucial habitat for wildlife while serving as the lungs of the National Capital Region.

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650 Million Years Old Older than the Himalayas

32,000 Hectares Protected In critical biodiversity zones

300+ Bird Species Including endangered species

40% Forest Cover Lost In the last 50 years

The Crisis We Face

Despite legal protections, the Aravalli Hills face unprecedented threats from mining, urbanization, and deforestation that endanger this irreplaceable ecosystem.

Illegal Mining

Rampant stone quarrying and sand mining destroy the hills despite Supreme Court bans, causing irreversible ecological damage.

Urban sprawl encroaching on Aravalli forest

Urbanization & Encroachment

Rapid urban expansion swallows forest land daily. Real estate projects continue despite environmental clearance violations.

Deforestation

Over 40% of forest cover lost in 50 years. Ancient trees cut for development, destroying wildlife habitat and water recharge zones.

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Conservation volunteers planting trees in Aravalli

Success Story

Hope Remains

Despite the challenges, grassroots organizations, activists, and local communities are fighting back. Legal victories, restoration projects, and awareness campaigns are making a difference.

In 2022, the Supreme Court upheld protections for the entire Aravalli Range. Community-led afforestation efforts have restored over 500 hectares. With your support, we can do more.

Conservation Efforts

Latest Updates

Stay informed about conservation efforts, legal battles, and environmental news

Supreme Court hearing on Aravalli protection

Legal Victory

Supreme Court Strengthens Aravalli Protections

In a landmark judgment, the Supreme Court has ordered strict enforcement of mining bans across the entire Aravalli Range.

Conservation

10,000 Trees Planted in Restoration Drive

Community volunteers and NGOs come together to plant native species across degraded Aravalli forest land.

Leopard spotted in Aravalli biodiversity zone

Wildlife

Rare Leopard Sighting Confirms Biodiversity

Wildlife cameras capture images of leopards, confirming the Aravalli Hills remain critical habitat for threatened species.

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Time is Running Out

Every day we delay, more forest is lost, more species disappear, and more of our natural heritage vanishes forever. But you can make a difference. Join thousands of citizens taking action to save the Aravalli Hills.

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