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7 July 2026

Tree transplantation for Delhi housing project

The topic serves as a practical case study for evaluating the efficacy of tree transplantation policies and the tension between urban infrastructure development and environmental conservation.

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Notes

  • The Delhi Forest Department has approved the transplantation of 1,049 trees and the felling of 42 trees.
  • The project involves the redevelopment of government housing in Sarojini Nagar.
  • The project is being executed by the National Buildings Construction Corporation Limited (NBCC).
  • Environmental concerns have been raised regarding the survival rate of transplanted trees.
  • Concerns exist regarding the impact of reduced tree cover on urban climate vulnerability.

Questions

  1. Discuss the ecological challenges associated with urban redevelopment projects in metropolitan areas, specifically focusing on the efficacy of tree transplantation as a mitigation strategy. 150 words
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Prelims

  1. Which of the following bodies is responsible for granting permission for the transplantation or felling of trees in the National Capital Territory of Delhi?

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