Green Fury: Real Estate Giant Faces Heat for Cutting 1000 Trees in Greater Noida
Shakuntalam Group, a prominent real estate developer, is in trouble for cutting down over 1000 trees without permission in Greater Noida.
Real EstateEnvironmentGreater NoidaTree FellingShakuntalam GroupReal Estate NewsJul 08, 2024
The varieties of trees that were cut down included Neem, Peepal, Siris, and Banyan. According to District Forest Officer (DFO) Pramod Srivastav, strong action will be taken against the company for flouting environmental regulations. The move came after Chief Conservator of Forests (CCF), Meerut, Ramesh Chandra wrote a letter to the DFO last week, asking him to enquire into the matter within a week.
Environment activist Vikrant Tongad had alleged that more than 1000 trees were cut on the premises of the factory compound. Tongad claimed that the trees were not owned by the firm and the felling was illegal as it was done without a No-Objection Certificate (NoC) from the forest department.
The forest department has written back to the CCF, confirming that around 980 trees were cut from the premises without due permission. A truck loaded with timber has also been confiscated. According to Srivastav, the company does not have any official document to prove its ownership of the premise.
Pradeep Chaudhary, a manager with the Shakuntalam Group, claimed that the premises have been officially acquired by the firm. However, he refused to comment on the tree felling, citing that it is under investigation.
Shakuntalam Group is a prominent real estate developer with a presence in Delhi-NCR. The company has developed several residential and commercial projects in the region.
Shakuntalam Group is a leading real estate developer with a focus on providing luxury living experiences to its customers. With a strong presence in Delhi-NCR, the company has established itself as a trusted name in the industry.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many trees were cut down in Greater Noida?
Around 1000 fully-grown trees were cut down on the premises of a closed factory in Greater Noida.
Who is the real estate giant involved in the controversy?
Shakuntalam Group, a prominent real estate developer, is involved in the controversy.
What is the name of the factory where the trees were cut down?
The factory is previously owned by South Korean automobile maker Daewoo Motors.
Why is the tree felling illegal?
The tree felling is illegal as it was done without a No-Objection Certificate (NoC) from the forest department.
What action will be taken against the company?
Strong action will be taken against the company for flouting environmental regulations.
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