The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has invited public suggestions and objections on the proposed tree cutting and transplantation until 16 October. Notices have been placed on around 706 trees along the highway. Of these, 315 are expected to be permanently felled, while the remainder will be transplanted.
The MMRDA project covers a 12.95-kilometre stretch between Cheddha Nagar in Ghatkopar and Anand Nagar in Thane, forming an elevated corridor to ease traffic congestion and expand the Eastern Express Highway.
Officials said approximately 706 trees have been identified along the alignment of the project. These trees fall under three municipal wards—N Ward (Ghatkopar), S Ward (Bhandup and Vikhroli) and T Ward (Mulund).
Responding to queries, officials confirmed that Tabebuia rosea, commonly known as pink trumpet trees, are among those affected. These trees form a thick pink canopy along the Vikhroli–Kanjurmarg stretch each winter, becoming a visual highlight for daily commuters.
After receiving MMRDA’s proposal, the BMC has called for public feedback on the plan to cut and transplant the trees. Senior officials said that all responses will be reviewed in a hearing scheduled for 16 October.
