The Bengaluru Suburban Rail Project (BSRP) has faced over 2,000 objections from citizens concerning the felling of 33,000 trees. Citizens, through a campaign organized by Jhatkaa.org and the Namma Bengaluru Foundation, are raising concerns about the project's environmental impact and proposing alternative solutions. They argue that the project, while beneficial for...
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public transport, could negatively affect the city's ecosystem. Citizens suggest that the existing railway network can be utilized by implementing signal automation and track doubling, thus reducing tree felling. They also demand a comprehensive compensatory plantation strategy and greater transparency regarding the Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) and Social Impact Assessment reports. While acknowledging the project's importance, organizations like the Namma Bengaluru Foundation and Jhatkaa.org advocate for minimizing the environmental impact and exploring alternative approaches that are more sustainable for the city.