Bengaluru may get its first science-based tree management framework
Bengaluru is planning to implement a science-based tree management framework to address the rising number of trees uprooted during monsoon seasons. The initiative, proposed by the Indian Wood Science and Technology, involves visual assessments and non-invasive diagnostics to identify and manage high-risk trees.
Why it matters
This framework represents a shift toward data-driven urban forestry, which is critical for public safety and climate resilience in rapidly growing cities facing extreme weather.
In the light of mass uprooting of trees in Bengaluru during heavy rains this season, the Indian Wood Science and Technology (IWST) has proposed conducting science-based Visual Tree Assessments (VTA) and non-invasive diagnostics to limit further damage and ensure public safety, according to documents accessed by The Hindu .
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