Tree guards near Chinnaswamy Stadium turn into dumping spots

Bengaluru, NT Bureau: Trees near the M Chinnaswamy Stadium h ave reportedly turned into garbage dumping spots, proving to be an eyesore for commuters, and a potential hotspot for diseases. Tree guards near Gate No. 6 of the stadium have allegedly been neglected and poorly maintained by the Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike (BBMP).

Originally installed to protect saplings, these guards, sponsored by Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) in collaboration with the BBMP Forest Department, are now overwhelmingly full with garbage. Despite initial efforts to safeguards trees, its alleged that the officials have turned a blind eye to it later.

Vinod Jacob from Namma Bengaluru Foundation (NBF) expressed disappointment, noting the guards' misuse as dustbins. “These guards better be removed. There should be a solution for recycling of such garbage,” he added.

Vijay Nishanth, known as the Tree Doctor, echoed concerns about neglect and urged proper maintenance or removal to prevent eyesores and health hazards. Thimmappa, BBMP Forest Range Officer (East), reportedly assured corrective action, pledging to oversee plastic and garbage removal from guards along Cubbon Park Road.