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Sanjay Raut Criticizes Order to Cut 32,490 Trees in Maharashtra Ahead of PM's Visit
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What Happened?
Sanjay Raut alleged that Maharashtra's forest department ordered the felling of over 32,000 trees near Bhimashankar Wildlife Sanctuary before PM Modi's visit for a hydropower project ceremony.
Key points
- The Maharashtra forest department approved the felling of 32,490 trees for the Saidongar-I Karjat Pumped Storage Hydroelectric Project.
- The project, proposed by Torrent Power, is located in Raigad district and has a capacity of 3,000 MW.
- The project requires clearing 197 hectares of reserved forest and other forest lands.
- Raut shared a letter from a forest official stating the need for immediate tree removal before PM Modi's visit on November 3.
- Opposition and environmental activists criticized the tree felling, accusing the government of harming forests and wildlife.
Key insights
- The tree felling could lead to habitat loss for various species in the Bhimashankar Wildlife Sanctuary.
- Local communities may face increased environmental degradation due to the project.
- The controversy may affect public perception of the government's environmental policies.
Why it matters
The decision could significantly impact local ecosystems and biodiversity in Maharashtra.
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Sanjay Raut· PersonBhimashankar Wildlife Sanctuary· LocationNarendra Modi· PersonTorrent Power· CompanyMaharashtra· StateRaigad· LocationSaidongar-I Karjat Pumped Storage Hydroelectric Project· Project
Source
India Today
