Removal Drive of Dry and Dangerous Trees Intensified in Bengaluru West City Corporation

Bengaluru West City Corporation has intensified the removal of dry and dangerous trees and branches across its jurisdiction. The Forest Division has deployed dedicated teams to ensure public safety and prevent accidents. Between 02-09-2025 and 16-02-2026, a total of 246 trees and 2,407 branches were removed.

Key Details

• Drive conducted under the direction of the Commissioner, Bengaluru West City Corporation.

• Systematic tree maintenance undertaken by the Forest Division.

• Dedicated teams deployed across multiple assembly constituencies.

• Action taken against:

Dry trees

• Dry branches

• Dangerous trees

• Dangerous branches

• Trees obstructing transportation or posing public risk

Total Action Taken (02-09-2025 to 16-02-2026)

• Dry trees removed – 102

• Dry branches removed – 1,407

• Dangerous trees removed – 144

• Dangerous branches removed – 1,000

• Total trees removed – 246

• Total branches removed – 2,407

Zone-wise Details

Zone-1 – Rajarajeshwari Nagar Zone

• Dry trees – 45

• Dry branches – 530

• Dangerous trees – 85

• Dangerous branches – 402

Zone-2 – Malleshwaram Zone

• Dry trees – 57

• Dry branches – 877

• Dangerous trees – 59

• Dangerous branches – 598

Important Dates

• Drive period: 02-09-2025 to 16-02-2026

Official Authority Mentioned

• Commissioner Dr. Rajendra K.V.

• Forest Division, Bengaluru West City Corporation

• Deputy Range Forest Officer: Sudarshan

• Contact: 9480683341