Was unaware of court order against tree felling: Delhi LG tells Supreme Court

Delhi LG VK Saxena informed the Supreme Court that he was unaware of the need for court permission to fell trees in the Ridge area. Saxena’s affidavit followed a court order concerning the illegal cutting of over 600 trees for a road widening project. He claimed that he was not informed about the legal requirement during his site visit in February 2024. The court had previously directed the Delhi Development Authority (DDA) to seek permission before felling trees. Saxena’s affidavit expressed regret for the oversight and emphasized that the tree felling was done in good faith for an important public project. The court’s scrutiny underscores the importance of adhering to legal procedures in environmental matters.