NGT moves over tree felling for park development in Odisha

A ₹28-crore urban development project in Baripada, Odisha, faces a National Green Tribunal challenge over alleged large-scale tree felling. A petitioner claims over 100 trees were cut without forest department approval, impacting a vital bird habitat. The plea seeks to halt the project and restore the site, citing violations of environmental laws.

NGT moves over tree felling for park development in Odisha
A ₹28-crore urban development project in Baripada, Odisha, faces a National Green Tribunal challenge over alleged large-scale tree felling. A petitioner claims over 100 trees were cut without forest department approval, impacting a vital bird habitat. The plea seeks to halt the project and restore the site, citing violations of environmental laws.