<h1>Government Launches Aravalli Green Wall Project to Restore 8 Lakh Hectares, Combat Desertification, and Boost Biodiversity</h1> The government plans to restore over eight lakh hectares of degraded ecosystems in the first phase of the Aravalli Green Wall project, aiming to create a green buffer around the Aravalli mountain range. The project, with a budget of Rs 16,053 crore, targets areas across Gujarat, Rajasthan, Haryana, and Delhi, focusing on reversing desertification and supporting biodiversity. The first phase will restore 8,16,732 hectares of forest area, primarily in Rajasthan. Subsequent phases will address adjacent lands and expand conservation efforts, contributing to India's climate goals by enhancing carbon sinks and restoring degraded land by 2030.