The Garden Department of the Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation took decisive action on Tuesday. They issued an official notice to the chairman and developer of Surya Apartments, Section 2, located in the Naranpura area. The notice addresses the alleged illegal cutting of a peepal tree within the society's premises.
Complaint Triggers Immediate Inspection
Civic officials confirmed the notice followed a specific complaint. A resident or observer reported tree felling during ongoing redevelopment work at the Gujarat Housing Board colony. The Garden Department did not delay. They promptly conducted a thorough site inspection at Surya Apartments based on this complaint.
Clear Violation of Green Norms Found
During their inspection, AMC officials made a clear discovery. They found that a peepal tree had been completely cut down. This action occurred without obtaining any prior permission from the competent authority. The civic body stated this act directly violates established norms. These norms govern the protection and preservation of the city's vital green cover.
The notice, addressed directly to the society's chairman, leaves no room for ambiguity. It states the tree was "illegally cut down within the compound." The AMC emphasized that cutting or causing a green tree to be cut results in tangible environmental harm. The corporation is now demanding answers.
AMC Demands Explanation and Action
The civic body has formally sought a detailed explanation for this act. They have specifically questioned why the society failed to seek prior approval before felling the tree. The notice carries a strict directive. The chairman must submit a written clarification to the AMC within three days from the notice's issuance.
This case highlights the AMC's active enforcement of urban greening rules. It serves as a reminder to all developers and housing societies in Ahmedabad. Protecting the city's trees is not optional; it is a mandatory requirement with legal consequences for violations.
