🌳 Massive Tree Cutting Near Yakutpura Railway Station Raises Environmental Concerns in Old City
📍 Yakutpura Railway Station
Hyderabad, Old City:
The recent cutting of several large and decades-old trees near Yakutpura Railway Station has sparked serious environmental concerns among residents and activists in the Old City area.
Locals expressed shock after witnessing the removal of mature trees that had stood for many years, providing shade, reducing pollution, and offering relief from the rising temperatures in one of Hyderabad’s most densely populated zones.
🌡 Old City Already Facing Green Cover Deficit
Environmental observers point out that the Old City region already suffers from a severe shortage of green spaces. With increasing urbanization, road expansion, and construction projects, the tree cover has been steadily declining.
Experts warn that the removal of large trees can:
Increase urban heat levels
Reduce air quality
Raise dust and pollution levels
Affect local biodiversity
In areas close to railway stations and busy roads, trees play a vital role in filtering pollutants and controlling noise.
🚧 Was It for Development or Safety?
While railway development, safety regulations, or infrastructure expansion may require certain clearances, citizens are demanding transparency from authorities regarding:
The official reason for cutting the trees
Whether environmental clearance was obtained
The number of trees removed
Details of compensatory plantation plans
🌱 Demand for Alternative Solutions
Residents have suggested that if tree removal was unavoidable, authorities should ensure:
Plantation of at least 5–10 saplings for every tree cut
Replantation within the Old City limits
Installation of vertical gardens along railway walls
Public disclosure of plantation timelines
Community members stressed that development should not come at the cost of environmental sustainability.
📢 Citizens Call for Accountability
Social activists and local representatives have urged the concerned departments to issue an official statement and provide assurance regarding compensatory plantation.
With climate change and rising temperatures becoming serious concerns, protecting urban green cover is no longer optional — it is essential.
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