BMC panel to decide fate of 3,169 trees for Dharavi redevelopment & infrastructure projects in Mumbai
The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation's Tree Authority will meet to discuss the fate of 3,169 trees, with proposals to fell 1,777 and transplant 1,392 for various infrastructure projects in Mumbai. The Dharavi Redevelopment Project is the largest proposal, seeking to remove 1,693 trees, including 24 heritage trees, while committing to plant 22,904 compensatory trees. The decision will significantly impact local ecology and urban development in the area.