Archive · 2 Jul 2025
Protesters Seek Intervention to Save Jaipur's 'Dol Ka Badh' Forest
People are protesting in Jaipur because they want to protect a large area of trees called "Dol Ka Badh."
They're worried that the government plans to cut down these trees to build a shopping mall and other businesses.
The protesters, along with different groups, have been holding events for 10 days to show their support.
They're asking the government officials, including the Deputy Chief Minister, to stop the project and listen to their concerns.
Some politicians have also asked the Prime Minister to help save the trees.
Protesters are seeking to save "Dol Ka Badh", a 100-acre urban forest grove in Jaipur.
The protest has continued for 10 days, with activists from various social groups and NGOs participating.
Protesters are against the cutting of 2500 old trees to build the PM Unity Mall and other commercial projects.
A delegation of protesters met with Deputy Chief Minister Diya Kumari to seek intervention.
Political leaders including AAP MP Sanjay Singh have written to the PM seeking intervention.
- Who
- Rightist and environmental activists, with involvement from various social groups and NGOs.
- What
- Protest to save "Dol Ka Badh" from construction and tree cutting.
- When
- Ongoing for 10 days as of Wednesday.
- Where
- Jaipur, Rajasthan.
- Why
- To prevent the cutting of trees for commercial projects including the PM Unity Mall.
Protesters' Concerns
Government/Developer Position
Deforestation vs. Development
Protesters' Concerns
Prevent the cutting of old trees.
Government/Developer Position
Construction and development of commercial projects like the PM Unity Mall.
- Location of Protest
- Jaipur, Rajasthan
- Area of Concern
- Dol Ka Badh (100-acre urban forest grove)
- Primary Objective
- Prevent construction and tree cutting
- Groups Involved
- Various social groups and NGOs, including PUCL
- Seeking Intervention from
- Deputy Chief Minister Diya Kumari, PM Narendra Modi
