Wildlife Board member raises concerns over pruning of roadside trees in Bidar
Environmental activist Vinay Malge has criticized authorities in Bidar for the unscientific pruning of roadside trees, which he claims is damaging the trees' structural integrity. He has urged the Forest Department to investigate the utility company's practices and ensure future maintenance follows legal guidelines.
Why it matters
It underscores the conflict between urban infrastructure maintenance and environmental conservation, highlighting the need for sustainable urban planning.
Environmental activist and member of the State Board for Wildlife Vinay Malge has criticised Gescom authorities for pruning roadside trees at several places in Bidar, alleging that the exercise is being carried out in an unscientific manner in the name of protecting power lines.
In a complaint submitted to the Deputy Conservator of Forests (DCF), Bidar Division, Mr. Malge said that instead of cutting tree branches every monsoon to prevent them from touching electricity lines, the power utility should improve its electricity distribution infrastructure.
He said repeated trimming over the years had affected the natural growth and structural stability of trees. According to him, cutting branches on one side has caused several trees to lean towards the road, increasing the risk to motorists, pedestrians and roadside property.
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