Uttarakhand
Uttarakhand High Court Bans Oak Tree Cutting
- 11 Apr 2026
- 2 min read
Why in News?
The Uttarakhand High Court has restrained the Mussoorie municipality from cutting trees without obtaining prior permission from the forest department after reports of illegal felling in the area.
Key Points
- Court Directive: The High Court ordered that no trees should be felled without obtaining prior approval from the Forest Department, ensuring compliance with environmental regulations.
- The order was passed by a division bench comprising Chief Justice Manoj Kumar Tiwari and Justice Subhash Upadhyay.
- Location: At MPG College located in Husain Ganj area of Mussoorie in Uttarakhand.
- Reason: A petition filed by Pravesh Singh Rana alleged that several oak trees were being cut by the municipality under the pretext of road expansion.
- Action: Authorities issued challans against the individuals responsible, and investigations into the illegal felling are currently underway.
- Environmental Concern: The court emphasised the need to protect ecologically important Himalayan tree species, particularly oak trees, which are crucial for water conservation, soil stability, and biodiversity in the hill ecosystem.
