The Metro projects are set to affect 2,613 trees in the city from Colaba to Dahisar. MMRC yesterday sought permission from the Tree Authority to cut 1,148 trees and re-plant 1,465 at other locations.

While BJP was in support of clearing all proposals, opposition from Shiv Sena has led to the delay in approving five proposals. A senior official from the garden department said, "The committee members have demanded to check the locations since they allege there is no proper arrangement for shifting trees."