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Uttarakhand Students Protest Outside DFO Office Over Hazardous Trees
✍️ The Economic Times
🗓 27 Aug 2026, 10:33 AM
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Students in Uttarakhand marched outside the District Forest Officer’s office, drumming loudly to demand removal of dangerous trees that lie on the route to their schools.
In a coordinated demonstration, students from several schools in Uttarakhand gathered outside the District Forest Officer’s (DFO) office to voice concerns about the presence of hazardous trees along the route to their schools. The protest, which began in the early afternoon, saw participants beating drums and chanting slogans demanding prompt action from forest officials.
The students highlighted that the trees, which have been growing unchecked for years, pose a serious risk of falling, especially during the monsoon season. They urged the DFO to conduct a thorough assessment and clear the dangerous branches to ensure the safety of daily commuters.
Local authorities have acknowledged the issue and promised to investigate the matter. The protest is expected to continue until a satisfactory resolution is reached. The students remain hopeful that their collective voice will lead to swift remedial measures.
The students highlighted that the trees, which have been growing unchecked for years, pose a serious risk of falling, especially during the monsoon season. They urged the DFO to conduct a thorough assessment and clear the dangerous branches to ensure the safety of daily commuters.
Local authorities have acknowledged the issue and promised to investigate the matter. The protest is expected to continue until a satisfactory resolution is reached. The students remain hopeful that their collective voice will lead to swift remedial measures.