Controversial Development Proposal in Bangalore's Cantonment Area
Old growth trees within Bengaluru's Cantonment district, some dating back over a century, may be threatened by an upcoming railway project, as per a recent report.
A proposed commercial project by the Railways has caused a stir in Bengaluru's historic Cantonment area. The plan, bugging environmentalists and locals alike, involves felling 368 trees, some of which are over a century old. These trees include heritage species like Peepal, Rubber, and Christmas trees, all nestled within the Bangalore Cantonment Railway Colony in Vasanth Nagar [1][2].
According to reports, the Raily Land Development Authority (RLDA), under the Ministry of Railways, has submitted an application for tree felling [1]. Due to the public outcry, the Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike (BBMP) Forest Wing has issued a public notice, welcoming objections and suggestions about the project. Citizens have 10 days to voice their concerns before the BBMP makes a decision based on the feedback received [1].
Changing Bangalore's Leadership
Bengaluru sees a significant administrative shift as the Karnataka government appoints Maheshwar Rao M as the new Chief Commissioner of the BBMP. Formerly serving as the Managing Director of the Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Limited, Rao now assumes the responsibility of overseeing the city's civic body, taking the place left open by Tushar Giri Nath's reassignment in the Urban Development Department [3].
Nath continues his role as the Additional Chief Secretary in the Home Department and Administrator of BBMP. These changes follow the retirement of Umashankar S R on April 30, leading to a reshuffle in top urban governance positions [3].
[1] - "368 Mature Trees to be Cut for Commercial Development in Bangalore's Cantonment Area: Report", The Hindu, [Accessed May 2, 2023].[2] - "Public rises against Railways' plans to cut 368 trees in Vasanthnagar", The New Indian Express, [Accessed May 2, 2023].[3] - "Maheshwar Rao appointed new chief commissioner of Bengaluru civic body", Times of India, [Accessed May 2, 2023].
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Check out! Karnataka Election Results 2024 | Breaking News | Latest News | Bengaluru | cities | Delhi | Mumbai | Hyderabad | India | World NewsThis new appointment shows the government's commitment to improving Bangalore's urban management. However, environmental concerns over tree felling remain at the forefront of public discussions. Stay updated on the developments and follow this space for more breaking news.
- The new Chief Commissioner of the Bengaluru civic body, Maheshwar Rao M, has been appointed by the Karnataka government.
- He previously served as the Managing Director of the Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Limited.
- The appointment follows the retirement of Umashankar S R and the reassignment of Tushar Giri Nath to the Urban Development Department.
- In Bangalore, a controversial development proposal involving the felling of 368 trees, including heritage species, has caused a public outcry.
- The Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike (BBMP) Forest Wing has issued a public notice, welcoming objections and suggestions about the project.
- Citizens have 10 days to voice their concerns before the BBMP makes a decision based on the feedback received.
- Stay updated on the developments in this environmental-science and general-news story.
- The Karnataka government's decisions and changes in urban governance may have a significant impact on Bangalore's lifestyle and environment.
