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Six active mines found within 10 km of Sariska Tiger Reserve, NGT hearing set for Oct 12
✍️ Amar Ujala · Jaipur
🗓 02 Sep 2026, 03:07 PM
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A joint committee report submitted to the National Green Tribunal has identified six operational mines within a 10‑km radius of Sariska Tiger Reserve in Rajasthan, bringing the total number of mines in the zone to 32. The board will hear the case on October 12.
The National Green Tribunal (NGT) received a report from a joint committee that examined mining activity around the Sariska Tiger Reserve in Rajasthan. The document confirms that six mines are currently operating within a ten‑kilometre radius of the protected area, raising concerns about potential impacts on the reserve's ecosystem.
According to the report, the broader Sariska zone hosts a total of thirty‑two active mining sites. While the six mines near the reserve are highlighted for their proximity, the committee noted that all operations are functioning under permits issued by the National Board for Wildlife.
The NGT has scheduled a hearing for October 12 to consider the committee's findings and decide whether any corrective action or revocation of permits is warranted. Environmental groups and wildlife officials are expected to present their arguments during the session, emphasizing the need to safeguard the tiger habitat from further degradation.
According to the report, the broader Sariska zone hosts a total of thirty‑two active mining sites. While the six mines near the reserve are highlighted for their proximity, the committee noted that all operations are functioning under permits issued by the National Board for Wildlife.
The NGT has scheduled a hearing for October 12 to consider the committee's findings and decide whether any corrective action or revocation of permits is warranted. Environmental groups and wildlife officials are expected to present their arguments during the session, emphasizing the need to safeguard the tiger habitat from further degradation.