Mysore Grahakara Parishat sounds alarm over proposed dilution of parks Act

The Mysore Grahakara Parishat (MGP) has launched a protest against the proposed amendment to the Government Parks (Preservation) Act, 1975, in Mysuru. The amendment, which passed the State Assembly, allows up to 5% of park and garden land to be used for public infrastructure and utility projects, sparking concerns among green activists and citizens.

MGP founder-working president Bhamy V. Shenoy expressed worry that the provision could lead to the sale, lease, or conversion of park land for commercial establishments, hotels, and bars. The organization has written to Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot, urging him not to give his assent to the amendment. The protest was staged at Cheluvamba Park, and participants criticized the government for potentially allowing large-scale encroachment of parks, which could have a detrimental impact on the environment and climate change mitigation efforts.

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