As per Section 8(1) of the Karnataka Preservation of Trees Act, 1978, no person shall fell any tree or cause any tree to be felled on any land, whether in his ownership or occupancy, except with the previous permission of the Tree Officer.
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Apart from calls for regularity, concerns have been raised about structural changes. Civic activist Srinivas Alavilli suggested a lottery system for selecting ward committee members to ensure fairness and prevent political influence. He emphasised the need for gender and Resident Welfare Associations (RWAs) representation.
The residents stated that the stretch from Hope Farm Junction to Tree Park Metro Station, a vital 1-kilometre area, is marred by a consistent occupation of footpaths by vendors and two-wheeler parking. This not only impedes accessibility for pedestrians but also poses a significant risk to those forced to walk on the roads due to blocked footpaths.
Strangely, the BBMP has a ready police force on standby but it never uses it to police, and allows lawlessness to thrive across the city. The Lokayukta or the High Court can also launch a suo moto investigation into the matter to find a fix