T.N. Godavarman Thirumulpad vs Union Of India & Ors

The Supreme Court addressed the extensive damage caused by mining activities in the Aravalli Hill Range, where approximately 1500 hectares were leased for mining, primarily extracting minor minerals. The Court noted the failure of mine operators to perform necessary reclamation and rehabilitation as mandated by Rule 27 of the Mineral Concession Rules, 1960. The Court upheld the suspension of all mining operations in the area, while considering the State of Haryana's proposal to designate 600 hectares for controlled extraction to mitigate material scarcity for construction.