1,500-acre 'City Forest' project planned for Bengaluru outskirts; CM approval pending

A 'City Forest' project is being planned for a 1,500-acre area in the outskirts of Bengaluru. Forest Minister Ramalingareddy stated this at the 72nd Wildlife Week concluding ceremony at AMC College. He mentioned that the project, which covers areas like Lal Bagh, Cubbon Park, Panathoor, Manduru, Kulkere, and Hennagar, is pending Cabinet discussion and CM approval. The project aims to be completely eco-friendly, planting trees to provide clean air and attract wildlife, while also enhancing existing small parks.