- Tree conservation in infrastructure projects was a hot topic at the recent meeting, with concerns raised about projects like the Bibwewadi Flyover, Riverfront Development, Kalyaninagar Underpass, and Vishrantwadi Flyover. Deshmukh assured citizens that tree protection measures would be taken into consideration in these developments.
- PMC is ready to invest in advanced machinery for tree transplantation, emphasizing that cost will not be a constraint in preserving large, old trees.
- Specialist agencies claiming a high success rate in tree transplantation were discussed in the meeting, with the process requiring over a month of preparation and citizen monitoring.
- Many citizens have volunteered to adopt and maintain transplanted trees to ensure their survival and growth in new locations.
- Redesigning infrastructure plans to reduce tree loss was acknowledged by Deshmukh, with the involvement of PMC’s Commissioner and Additional Commissioners to protect Pune’s green spaces.
- Concerns over flood prevention in the Koregaon Park stretch of Riverfront Development were voiced, with plans for a large underground tunnel to allow water flow raising questions about water absorption efficiency.
- Residents are questioning whether PMC’s commitments will translate into action or remain empty promises, highlighting the importance of follow-through in preserving Pune’s greenery.
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