Archive · 22 May 2025
Jaipur Youth Rally to Protect Dol Ka Baadh's Green Space
Imagine a big park in Jaipur called Dol Ka Baadh, which is home to many trees and animals.
Some people want to build new shops and buildings there, like a big mall.
But some young people and environmentalists don't want that.
They're worried about cutting down trees and hurting the environment.
They're protesting and asking the government to stop.
They say that building on the park will damage the city's air and the homes of the animals.
Even though they've asked the government to listen, they haven't been heard yet, and some people have even been arrested for protesting.
They believe that building new things shouldn't come at the cost of nature.
A campaign to save Dol Ka Baadh from commercial development is underway in Jaipur.
Protesters are opposing plans to clear nearly 100 acres of forest for projects including the Prime Minister’s Unity Mall.
Dol Ka Baadh is home to over 2,400 mature trees and over 80 species of birds and wildlife.
Activists allege construction continues despite protests, sometimes under cover of darkness.
Campaigners claim the government has ignored their appeals, and some protesters have been detained.
- Who
- Youth activists, environmentalists, and local residents are protesting against the Rajasthan government and RIICO.
- What
- Youth rally to protect Dol Ka Baadh from construction.
- When
- Ongoing, with recent escalations.
- Where
- Dol Ka Baadh, Jaipur, India.
- Why
- To protect the green space from commercial projects, including the Unity Mall, and to preserve biodiversity.
Youth Activists and Environmentalists
Rajasthan Government and RIICO
Development vs. Environment
Youth Activists and Environmentalists
Development should not come at the expense of the city's ecological future and biodiversity.
Rajasthan Government and RIICO
The construction of the Unity Mall and other commercial projects.
Government's Response
Youth Activists and Environmentalists
Deputy Chief Minister Diya Kumari previously supported Dol Ka Baadh's preservation. Now, activists' concerns are allegedly unheeded.
Rajasthan Government and RIICO
The government has not responded to the activists' pleas.
- Location
- South Jaipur
- Mature Trees
- Over 2,400
- Bird and Wildlife Species
- Over 80
- Proposed Construction
- Unity Mall and other commercial projects
- Published Date
- May 22, 2025