60,000 saplings of native species planted across Bengaluru to retain city's green cover

The uprooting of Gulmohar, African Tulips and other foreign species in BBMP limits is being addressed. The BBMP's forest cell has decided to not grow these species anymore. Authorities have taken the effort of growing native varieties like Honge (Indian Beech), Mahogany for canopy cover. These types of trees also attract birds and bees. The BBMP has also planted fruit-based plants like mango, guava, and jackfruit in parks and near lakebeds.

According to an official, this year, out of 75,000 saplings that the BBMP aimed to plant, 60,000 has found its way into the soil of the city. The remaining 15,000 will be planted once metal guards are delivered in order to protect the saplings.

The BBMP is growing over 50,000 more trees and ensuring that they grow up to 8 feet in height before planting them in its jurisdiction.