Dwarka forest and the misunderstood politics of deemed forests and invasive species
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Summary
The Supreme Court’s dismissal of a challenge to the clearance of over thousands of trees near Delhi’s airport raises hard questions about what counts as a forest when the law privileges planning documents over ecological reality.
Key Facts
Type Policy
Source Frontline Magazine
Published Tuesday, 5 May 2026
Affected Population ~850 million internet users, 75,000+ startups
Key Numbers
Rs 15,000 crore for Digital India initiatives
UPI: 14 billion monthly transactions
850 million+ Aadhaar-linked mobiles
Rs 11.11 lakh crore capital expenditure (2025-26)
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Key Stakeholders
Government Context
NDA III BJP-led NDA
Left Centre Right