Banj Oak (Quercus leucotrichophora)
The recent intervention by the Uttarakhand High Court to halt the alleged illegal felling of Banj (oak) trees in Mussoorie highlights the growing concern over ecological degradation in fragile Himalayan regions. The court’s directive underscores the necessity of prior approval from competent forest authorities, reinforcing legal safeguards against unregulated development activities.
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