Archive · 26 Jun 2025
Activists Begin Hunger Strike Over Dol Ka Badh Conservation
Some people are upset because they say the government is cutting down trees in a place called 'Dol Ka Badh'.
To show they care, they've started a hunger strike, meaning they're not eating to get their point across.
They say the government is cutting down many trees, including special ones, and trying to replant some, but it's not working well.
The people protesting even talked to the government, but the problem hasn't been solved.
They are upset because they weren't allowed to peacefully talk about the trees.
Environmental activists initiated a relay hunger strike in Jaipur to conserve 'Dol Ka Badh'.
The government and RIICO continue to cut trees, including protected species.
Activists claim over 200 trees have been cut and re-planting efforts are unlikely to succeed.
A five-member delegation submitted a memorandum to the Chief Secretary.
The protest started after authorities did not allow a peaceful assembly at 'Dol Ka Badh'.
- Who
- Environmental activists, state government, and RIICO.
- What
- A relay hunger strike to protest the cutting of trees in 'Dol Ka Badh'.
- When
- The hunger strike started on Thursday.
- Where
- Jaipur, Rajasthan.
- Why
- To conserve the green forest grove in 'Dol Ka Badh'.
Environmental Activists
Government/RIICO
Tree Cutting
Environmental Activists
Oppose the cutting of trees.
Government/RIICO
Appears to be cutting trees.
- Location
- Jaipur, Rajasthan
- Protest Type
- Relay Hunger Strike
- Key Issue
- Cutting of trees in 'Dol Ka Badh'
- State Tree
- Khejari or Shami (Prosopis cineraria)
- Government Body Involved
- RIICO