Rajshahi's Massive Tree Felling Threatens City's Green Cover and Raises Temperatures
Rajshahi city is undergoing large-scale tree felling for several development projects. A total of 2,631 trees are targeted for cutting across three major initiatives, raising concerns about the city's green cover and temperature rise.
The Rajshahi Medical University's permanent campus establishment requires the felling of 1,853 trees. Meanwhile, the Rajshahi Water Supply and Sewerage Authority's surface water treatment project plans to cut 726 trees along the Rajshahi-Chapainawabganj highway. Additionally, the expansion of the Circuit House involves the felling of 52 trees, and a transmission line project has already claimed 112 trees with another 306 trees auctioned for felling. Furthermore, at least 308 trees under the forest department are slated for removal for the project's implementation.
A recent study revealed that Rajshahi city's green and water-covered areas have decreased by 26% and 3% respectively over the years. Consequently, the average winter land surface temperature in the city has risen by 2.66°C between 1990 and 2023 due to the loss of green spaces and water bodies.
The ongoing projects in Rajshahi city have led to a significant loss of trees, threatening the city's green cover and potentially exacerbating the urban heat island effect. Stakeholders must consider sustainable development practices to mitigate these impacts.
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