The forest is home to a wide range of wildlife, including species protected under the Wildlife Protection Act, 1972.
Supreme Court Orders Interim Report on 400-Acre Deforestation in Telangana, Latest News: The Supreme Court on Wednesday ordered the Telangana government to immediately halt ongoing deforestation in Telangana’s Kancha Gachibowli forest. The court also directed the Telangana High Court to submit an interim report by late afternoon on Thursday.
The internet has been taken by storm, with netizens expressing concern and sharing videos of peacocks, deer, and birds reportedly distressed by the deforestation. Bulldozers were seen clearing the 400-acre forest land. Reports suggest that the Telangana Congress government plans to auction the land.
Mass protests erupted from students of the Hyderabad Central University Students' Union (HCUSU), as the land is adjacent to the university.
The forest is home to a wide range of wildlife, including species protected under the Wildlife Protection Act, 1972, with some classified as endangered. The area also contains two lakes.
Deforestation allegedly began on March 30. Experts warn that clearing 400 acres of forest could lead to a temperature rise of 3–4 degrees Celsius in the surrounding areas.
The Telangana government has claimed ownership of the land and stated that any challenge against its decision would be considered contempt of court.
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