Locals slam trimming of trees ahead of PM's visit

The tree trimming conducted by the Pune Cantonment Board (PCB) in the Camp area has elicited numerous concerns from residents of Pune.

- INDU BHAGAT

The operation spanned from the race course to the Hollywood Gurdwara area, raising eyebrows, especially as it coincided with the Prime Minister's scheduled visit to Pune. Residents have voiced widespread condemnation, expressing worries about the environmental repercussions of extensive tree cutting.

Concerns over air quality, disruption of wildlife habitats, and the visual appeal of the area have been prominent among residents' grievances. Authorities are under increasing pressure to provide explanations for the sudden clearance of trees and to address residents' concerns. Given the global focus on environmental conservation, the timing and scale of this tree trimming have sparked a contentious debate within the city.