Bombay is looking at a future with infrastructural development, progress in transportation facilities and prosperity in lifestyle. But at what cost, did you stop to think? The Aarey forest has been the targeted victim of a long-going controversy with the government's plan to clear out some part of the land to make way for a car shed and nature-lovers protesting to protect the vast green cover. We want to develop, we want to prosper. But who comes under the purview of “we”? Is this word as inclusive as one would think? When it comes to the proposed plans of the Metro Phase III, the prospect of ease of travel, better connectivity and upgraded urban infrastructure is alluring, but is the price we’re expected to pay, worth it?
The car shed for the third phase of the Mumbai Metro is planned in a way that a large area of the Aarey forest land, 33 hectares to be specific, will have to go under deforestation. While debates on this subject have been going on all around us, let us look at some facts that can give us complete knowledge about the issue at hand.
This story is from the September-October 2019 edition of dogs & more.
Start your 7-day Magzter GOLD free trial to access thousands of curated premium stories, and 8,500+ magazines and newspapers.
Already a subscriber ? Sign In
This story is from the September-October 2019 edition of dogs & more.
Start your 7-day Magzter GOLD free trial to access thousands of curated premium stories, and 8,500+ magazines and newspapers.
Already a subscriber? Sign In
Vietnamese Eatery Cat Slaughterhouse
This on the heels of the South Korea proposed ban on dog meat which we covered in the previous issue.
Animal Rights Activists Victorious
Just how do law officials think they can get away with harm and unjust treatment, especially to those not proven guilty?
Livestock Stranded in Rebel Attacks
We have seen how man-made and natural disasters affect both human and animal kind, displacing them from their homes and peace of mind.
A Shepherd to his Master
These tales of tributes from pet to parent and vice versa never cease to pull at the heartstrings.
An Icy Bed for Baby Polar
You make your bed and you lie in it. This Polar bear did just that with no regrets whatsoever.
Pricey Cockatoo Back Home
When we were looking up Australian parrots, this bit of news popped up and we did a little research to check the status.
Elephants on a Rampage
Hell hath no fury than an angry mob! Protesters in Wayanad district of Kerala took to the streets to vent their frustration over the recurring wild animal attacks that most recently claimed the life of one Paul.
Barkitecture the New Rage
Houses that are built exclusively for dogs! Compact doghouses especially designed by an architect and built by a contractor to suit your pet’s living needs.
Place Your Trust in Tata
The headlines ran amok with the news of the all-new multispeciality animal hospital to be launched soon in Bombay.
D&M Awards
The Good & the Bad - A Lick on the Face, A Kick on the Butt