GHMC has cut down trees along the Manikonda to Hitech City route in Hyderabad, triggering public anger. Residents say this comes at a time when air pollution is already rising. They criticize the move

GHTree cutting along the busy Manikonda to Hitech City stretch has triggered strong public reaction in Hyderabad.

Residents say several trees were recently cut down along the route by GHMC, raising concerns about the city’s already rising air pollution levels. The move has drawn criticism from locals who argue that removing mature trees will only worsen environmental conditions in one of the city’s fastest-growing zones.

In simple terms: trees are gone — and people are not happy.

Many commuters and residents have taken to social media questioning the timing of the action, especially when heat levels and pollution concerns are increasing. The affected stretch connects key residential areas to the IT corridor, making it a high-traffic zone.

Why this matters: trees in urban areas play a major role in reducing heat, improving air quality, and providing shade in cities like Hyderabad.

Subtle system angle: infrastructure expansion and road development often come at the cost of green cover, raising ongoing debates about how cities balance growth with environmental protection.

Residents are now demanding clarity from GHMC on why the trees were removed and whether any compensatory plantation plans are in place.MC has cut down trees along the Manikonda to Hitech City route in Hyderabad, triggering public anger. Residents say this comes at a time when air pollution is already rising. They criticize the move, arguing that removing existing trees will worsen pollution and harm the environment. Locals are demanding an explanation from GHMC over the action