Delhi Metro Construction Damages Trees; High Court Issues Notice

TV9 Hindi · india

The Delhi High Court has taken a strict stance against the felling of trees for metro construction in Karol Bagh. The court has issued notices to the Delhi government, DDA, and DMRC, demanding their response regarding environmental damage. This action follows a petition highlighting the harm caused to old and large trees, including peepal trees, due to construction activities and dust pollution. The court emphasized that environmental damage will not be tolerated and stressed that only essential trees should be removed.