Bengaluru civic body plans to fell 1,139 trees for short tunnel, sparks outcry

The Bengaluru civic body's proposal to fell 1,139 trees for construction of a short tunnel has drawn significant criticism from environmental groups and residents. The project, aimed at improving traffic connectivity, would require large-scale tree removal in the city.

Local activists and environmental organizations have raised concerns about the ecological impact of removing such a large number of trees. The civic authority has not yet addressed specific details regarding compensatory plantation or alternative route options.