The Aravalli hills, one of the oldest mountain ranges in the world, are facing severe damage due to mining, deforestation, and unplanned construction. These hills are vital for groundwater recharge, climate regulation, and preventing the spread of the Thar Desert. The Supreme Court of India has repeatedly stressed the need to protect the Aravallis and banned illegal mining in forest areas. However, in some specific cases, the Court allowed mining under strict conditions in non-forest lands or old leases. These limited permissions are often misused, resulting in widespread environmental damage. Weak enforcement has led to falling water tables, rising heat, biodiversity loss, and increased pollution, making the protection of the Aravallis more urgent than ever.