Withering lows: Roadside blues for greens

Roadside trees planted by order of Delhi High Court in New Delhi are struggling to survive. Some trees near the high court building have been uprooted and damaged. Trees on the footpath and central verge are withered due to illegal occupation by car repair shops and tea stalls. The New Delhi Municipal Council has lodged an FIR over the damage caused by cars parking near the high court. These trees are protected under the Delhi Preservation of Trees Act.