Hyderabad, Nov. 11 -- Tree felling and soil excavation at the Satavahana University campus in Karimnagar has caused concern among students and environmentalists, prompting the forest department to take action.

The university had reportedly carried out the activity for a development project. Students called for an inquiry while expressing concern over loss of animal habitat and the threat to biodiversity.

Forest officials visited the university on Tuesday, November 10, and confirmed that tree felling had been carried out without any permission from the department.

"We are examining the extent of the activity and will impose a fine on the university after making a report," Karimnagar Forest Officer Satyanarayana told Siasat.com.

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