Mysuru, June 17 -- Environmental activists oppose cutting of trees along Mysuru-Ch'nagar railway track near Kukkarahalli Lake

More than 30 trees have reportedly been felled along the Mysuru-Chamarajanagar railway track near Kukkarahalli Lake, with the Railway Department citing safety concerns arising from trees obstructing the track and high-tension power lines.

The move has drawn sharp criticism from environmentalists, who argue that only branches touching the power cables should have been trimmed instead of cutting down entire trees.

Activists alleged that several more trees along the route have already been marked for removal and urged the Forest Dept. to intervene immediately. "Hundreds of trees are being identified for felling in ...