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The Times of India

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Can Mumbai save trees and lives? How technology can predict the next tree fall

A tragic tree collapse in Mumbai, claiming an 11-year-old's life, highlights a critical flaw in urban tree management. Cities often treat tree falls as monsoon inevitabilities, neglecting scientific monitoring. Construction damage and inadequate root protection are emerging as major concerns, urging a shift from reactive measures to proactive, technology-driven assessments to prevent future fatalities.

1 Jul 2026 2:12 pm