Health & Environment
Bengaluru Authority Receives Over 1,500 Objections to Tree Felling
The Hindu1h
THE BRIEF
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The Greater Bengaluru Authority (GBA) received over 1,500 objections to felling 1,128 trees for the Hebbal Short Tunnel Project.
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Objections cite concerns about species diversity, biodiversity loss, microclimate impact, and potential heat island effects.
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The National Green Tribunal (NGT) has restrained the Bangalore Development Authority (BDA) from felling trees until the case hearing concludes on December 15.