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Congress workers and various social organisations held protests in different parts of Rajasthan on Monday, demanding the protection of the Aravallis, a crucial mountain range in the state. Meanwhile, Union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav accused the Congress of spreading "misinformation" and "lies" on the issue. So, the questions we are raising on the show are: Will mining in Aravallis lead to further desertification? Are the Aravallis under threat as the opposition and activists claim? Is North India about to lose their green shield? Will mining in Aravalis lead to further desertification? Is this fearmongering or is this the reality on the ground? Watch as experts discuss these and more on the show.
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