India, May 30 -- The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) on Friday launched a pilot project to digitally map and assess the health of trees in H-West ward using LiDAR (Light Detection and Ranging) technology and Artificial Intelligence (AI).

The 'Smart Tree Assessment Pilot Project' was launched by BJP MLA and minister of information technology and cultural affairs Ashish Shelar, whose assembly constituency includes the H-West ward.

Shelar had observed the technology at the 2nd International Arboriculture Conference held in the city in March 2026 and subsequently pushed for its implementation in his constituency.

Speaking at the inaugural event, Shelar, the chief guest, underlined the importance of conserving Mumbai's large trees ...