Archive · 1 Aug 2025
Pune Residents Outraged Over Tree Cutting in Kharadi
In Pune, over 100 trees were cut down, which has angered the local residents.
They think the city's authorities might have let it happen because of pressure from builders.
People are worried about losing green spaces and want the authorities to investigate.
The city is looking into whether the tree cutting was allowed.
The residents claim authorities did not act, even after being informed.
Over 100 trees were allegedly cut down at the Gera office premises in Pune's Kharadi.
Residents and activists have accused civic authorities of negligence and collusion with builders.
Residents filed a complaint with PMC, but alleged inaction suggests political pressure.
Authorities plan to investigate and issue a notice to the landowner and Gera.
The incident has sparked concerns over the loss of green spaces in Kharadi.
- Who
- Unknown, but allegedly done by contractors hired by landowners.
- What
- Over 100 trees were cut down.
- When
- Within a few days of July 15th; exact dates unspecified.
- Where
- Gera office premises in Pune's Kharadi.
- Why
- Unknown; under investigation; residents suspect political pressure and negligence.
Residents and Activists
PMC
Responsibility for Tree Cutting
Residents and Activists
Civic authorities are complicit in the destruction of green spaces due to negligence and collusion with builders.
PMC
The authorities are following standard procedure and will take action after investigation.
- Incident
- Mass tree cutting
- Location
- Kharadi, Pune
- Trees Affected
- Over 100
- Accusations
- Negligence, collusion, political pressure
- Authorities Involved
- PMC (Pune Municipal Corporation)
- PMC Response
- Will issue notice to landowner and Gera
