Archive · 30 Jul 2025
SC Allows Mumbai Tunnel Project, Requires Compensatory Afforestation
The Supreme Court said it's okay to cut down some trees in Mumbai to build a tunnel, but the company has to plant new trees to replace them.
The court wants to balance building new things with protecting the environment.
Some people were worried because the trees are in a sensitive area, but the court said that progress is also important.
They want to make sure the company has a good plan to make up for the trees being cut down and the damage that occurs.
Supreme Court refused to halt tree felling for a Mumbai tunnel project.
Court allowed permission for tree felling, but with conditions including compensatory afforestation.
The project involves digging a shaft for a tunnel linking Goregaon and Mulund.
Activists opposed the felling, citing the environmentally fragile Aarey colony.
The court emphasized the balance between environmental protection and sustainable development.
- Who
- The Supreme Court, project proponents, and environmental activists.
- What
- The Supreme Court addressed a case about tree felling for a Mumbai tunnel project.
- When
- The Supreme Court made the decision on Tuesday.
- Where
- The case involves a tunnel project in Mumbai.
- Why
- The court aimed to balance environmental protection with necessary infrastructure development.
Environmental Activists
Project Proponents
Tree Felling vs. Development
Environmental Activists
Oppose tree felling due to environmental concerns, especially in the Aarey colony.
Project Proponents
The court sided with the need for development.
- Project Goal
- Construct a tunnel linking Goregaon and Mulund
- Trees Initially Felled
- 95
- Total Trees to be Felled
- 1,094
- Compensatory Afforestation
- 11,000 trees
- Location of Shaft
- Film City area