BDA claims no damage to Hebbal Lake; 1,072 trees to be relocated

The Bengaluru Development Authority (BDA) stated that the proposed underpass and elevated road project from Mekhri Circle to Hebbal will not cause damage to Hebbal Lake or the surrounding area. BDA officials mentioned that the project involves a 2.28 km underpass route and a 1.78 km elevated corridor, designed to ease traffic congestion. They also stated that only a 500-meter area of the lake premises will be used for infrastructure, and this area will be restored within one year.