India, Oct. 23 -- Environment activists have raised concerns over the felling of trees at Noida's Biodiversity Park for a proposed deer park, alleging that the number of trees cut may exceed the scope of the permission granted. The forest department officials said they have ordered an investigation into the complaint, with officials saying action will follow if any violation is found.

In a letter dated October 6, seen by HT, the Noida authority's horticulture department listed 200 trees proposed for felling and 331 trees and plants for transplantation as part of the project, including work on a boundary wall and an animal shelter.

The letter provides species-wise details and measurements of trees covered by the proposed exercise. Photog...