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In a major decision, Delhi Lieutenant Governor VK Saxena on Wednesday approved the cutting or transplanting of 27 trees coming in the way of the flyover project at Nand Nagri-Gagan Cinema Junction. A statement from PWD suggested that the project will provide a significant convenience to the residents of several key areas by cutting the travel time significantly and reducing the traffic congestion. The authority had stated that the construction of the flyover between Mandoli Prison and the Gagan Cinema intersection has been pending since 2023 due to the hindrances.

“In a major decision that would help clear the last hurdle in the way of infrastructure development in Northeast Delhi, L-G VK Saxena has granted approval for the exemption of a 2.16-hectare area for transplantation/cutting of 27 trees for a flyover project at the Nand Nagri-Gagan cinema junction,” the statement from PWD stated, reported the New Indian Express. Earlier, the PWD had stated that they had already gotten the approval from the environment department, the chief secretary, the environment minister, and Chief Minister Rekha Gupta.

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The authority stated that the decision was taken after consulting the forest department, and the permission was granted under Section 29 of the Delhi Preservation of Trees Act, 1994. The forest officials had also confirmed that the PWD had sought approval to cut the trees to continue the project, citing the importance of the project. Earlier last month, PWD stated that the project will significantly improve the connectivity and will provide relief to the residents of the several regions.

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“This flyover project will address the long-pending issue of traffic jams and commuting in the area,” the New Indian Express reported, citing a PWD statement. Earlier, on December 19, 2024, the Supreme Court had stated that any exercise of powers under Section 29 will require thorough review and approval by the Central Empowered Committee (CEC).