The upgraded footpath on 15th Cross in Malleswaram was poorly supervised, leaving saplings and mature plants at risk of premature death due to inadequate space for rainwater percolation.
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“Today, our volunteers along with some residents, painted 30 trees with the ‘cooling paint.’ During peak summers, trees in the urban spaces do not have enough shade like in the wild.
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.
Vijay Nishanth, a key contributor to the guide, emphasised on its accessibility and user-friendly approach, stating, “This guide is aimed at addressing some of these concerns. We have included 26 species of trees that can be grown in independent houses or apartment complexes in Bengaluru. Our objective is to provide information needed by a lay person interested in greening their homes or apartments.”