The Supreme Court, in its latest attempt since the 1990s, has ordered the Rajasthan government to close 68 mines that operate within a 1-kilometre radius of the Sariska tiger reserve in India. These mines, which extract marble, dolomite, and limestone, have been violating laws that protect the reserve and its critical tiger habitat. Despite previous attempts to halt mining in the area, including a CBI investigation, the situation has not improved. The decision was made based on the findings of a fact-finding committee and the need to protect the sanctuary's boundary and safety zone.