The key, of course, is that such exercises must be done scientifically, so that we do not end up losing trees
The elevated walkway at Malabar Hill, has seen over a lakh visitors since its recent opening. Pic/Atul Kamble
The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) will appoint a contractor to prevent tree-fall incidents in the vicinity of the newly opened Malabar Hill walkway during the monsoon, a report stated in this paper. An official from the BMC’s garden department stated the walkway is witnessing robust footfall. It is necessary to take care of the trees around the elevated nature trail, most of which are a century old, and carry out regular surveillance. A special contractor will be tasked with cutting and disposing of dead and potentially dangerous trees, trimming and pruning of branches. According to the official, measures will also be taken to save trees that are unbalanced or in danger. Trimming will be done scientifically, and a survey of trees will be conducted in the presence of a horticulture expert. The Malabar Hill walkway was opened on March 30.
Tree trimming is necessary, especially to prepare for the season. We have already witnessed showers and rainy weather. The key, of course, is that such exercises must be done scientifically, so that we do not end up losing trees.
Safety is paramount, but every effort must be made to preserve trees as that is what this trail is all about — an elevated tree walk where the forest or the green, its tree canopy is its defining feature. Do trim the trees when necessary. At the same time, find a balance, and prune to ensure that danger is averted but the green is not denuded. So, even when doing away with dead or dangerous trees, every effort must be made to see if the tree can be saved and made less dangerous.
This tree walk’s identity is the flora and birds all around, so retain its character and charm while at the same time eliminating any kind of peril. Please find that beautiful balance, experts.
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