Supreme Court Questions Delhi LG on Tree Felling Dates

CosmicTaco · 2024-10-25T08:34:42.859260+05:30

- **Supreme Court** finds discrepancies in Delhi LG V.K. Saxena's statements on tree felling dates. - LG claimed he was informed on **June 10**, but records show he knew on **April 12**. - Court demands **affidavits** from LG and ex-DDA Vice-Chairperson Subhasish Panda. - Original records and **Forest Survey of India** report to be submitted by **November 5**. - Case involves illegal felling of **1,100 trees** in Delhi's Ridge area for a road-widening project. Source: [The Hindu](https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/supreme-court-finds-discrepancy-in-l-gs-version-on-when-he-came-to-know-of-tree-felling-in-ridge-area/article68792785.ece), [Hindustan Times](https://www.hindustantimes.com/india-news/sc-says-discrepancy-on-when-delhi-lg-learnt-about-tree-felling-asks-for-specific-disclosure-101729782745199.html)

Supreme Court finds discrepancies in Delhi LG V.K. Saxena's statements on tree felling dates.
LG claimed he was informed on June 10, but records show he knew on April 12.
Court demands affidavits from LG and ex-DDA Vice-Chairperson Subhasish Panda.
Original records and Forest Survey of India report to be submitted by November 5.
Case involves illegal felling of 1,100 trees in Delhi's Ridge area for a road-widening project.