India's ancient Aravalli rocks, some of the oldest on Earth dating back 340-670 million years, are facing a new threat from 'bureaucratic erosion.' Geologists highlight that these formations, older than dinosaurs and the shift of life to land, are being endangered by a proposed definition that would only protect hills over 100 meters. This contrasts with millions of years of natural erosion by wind and water, raising concerns about prioritizing mineral extraction over preserving unique geological heritage, including leopard habitats and balanced rock formations.