India, May 10 -- By Dr. K. Javeed Nayeem

The recent news that 561 roadside trees are proposed to be razed in and around the city to widen roads, comes as a rude shock to all Mysureans who are concerned about the well-being of the city and its environment.

It may be noted here that exactly a year ago, forty fully grown and most beautiful Copperpod trees were swiftly felled in the cover of darkness in just one night, in the very heart of the city.

And, when there was a big hue and cry the next morning from outraged citizens, their sentiments were attempted to be assuaged by quickly announcing that a proper departmental enquiry would be held and all those responsible for this senseless act would be brought to book.

But with public memory...