Archive · 23 Aug 2025
Parliament Tree to Be Moved for Security Reasons
A tree near the Parliament building is being moved because security officials think it could be a problem.
The tree is near a gate often used by the Prime Minister.
The SPG, which protects the Prime Minister, made the decision.
The tree will be moved to another spot within the Parliament complex, called Prerna Sthal.
The Forest Department approved the move, but new saplings must be cared for for seven years.
A tree near Parliament's Gaj Dwar gate will be transplanted due to security concerns.
The SPG flagged the tree as a potential hindrance on the VVIP route.
The tree, known as a silver trumpet tree, is about seven years old.
The Delhi Forest Department approved the transplant with conditions.
The tree will be moved to the Prerna Sthal within the Parliament complex.
- Who
- The Special Protection Group (SPG) and the Delhi Forest Department.
- What
- The transplantation of a tree due to security concerns.
- When
- Likely to be transplanted next week.
- Where
- The Gaj Dwar gate of the new Parliament building.
- Why
- Due to security concerns; the tree was deemed a hindrance on the VVIP route.
- Tree Species
- Tabebuia argentea (silver trumpet tree)
- Location
- Gaj Dwar gate
- Reason for Transplant
- Security Concerns
- Approving Agency
- Delhi Forest Department
- Transplant Site
- Prerna Sthal
- Tree Age
- 7 years
- Compensatory Plantation
- 10 saplings
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