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India Today
16 hours ago
- Politics
- India Today
Hundreds form human chain against felling of 2,500 trees for Jaipur unity mall project
Hundreds of men, women, children, the elderly, social rights activists and youngsters on Sunday formed a human chain in protest against the felling of around 2,500 trees in Jaipur. The protest, held under the 'Save Dol Ka Badh' campaign, was aimed at maintaining Jaipur's ecological protesters claimed that the cutting of trees in the Dol Ka Badh area in such large numbers could severely deplete the green cover in the area, raising serious environmental concerns. As per an estimate, there are about 2,500 trees in the 'Dol Ka Badh' area, including the Khejri tree, considered an important constituent of the do not want the cutting down of trees in such large numbers to take place over here. If allowed, it will cause harm to the environment. The government wants to build a mall out here but at what cost?", one of the activists said while speaking to India Today. The state government, in partnership with the Rajasthan State Industrial Development and Investment Corporation (RIICO), is planning to build the Prime Minister Unity Mall, an ambitious project to showcase the tribal protestors have said they would have made a leeway if authorities decided to use 30 acres of of the 100-acre land with low tree density for the mall project."In an area of 100 acres of land, they could have decided to make use of 30 acres of land with low tree density for some of the projects they wish to carry out," one of the campaigners told India Today projects that are being planned in the area include a revamped Fintech Park apart from several commercial the last few months, the 'Save Dol Ka Baadh' campaign has become a pivotal point for bringing together hundreds of activists, primarily youngsters, to protest against the felling of trees in the dense green area, key to ensuring clean air for Jaipur associated with the 'Save Dol Ka Baadh campaign' have claimed to have geotagged the trees as evidence of those that have been cut or uprooted from their from that, more than 80 species of birds, campaigners claim, used to visit the forest, which is rich in ecological diversity, but that their numbers have reduced since the felling of trees and construction work began in the protesters were also critical of the state government, particularly Deputy Chief Minister Diya Kumari, who, they claimed, was against the felling of trees and the construction of the shopping complex when she was in Opposition, but is not paying any heed to their requests now. IN THIS STORY#Rajasthan#Jaipur
India Today
22-05-2025
- Politics
- India Today
Mass tree felling: Jaipur youth rally to save Dol Ka Baadh, city's green lungs
A wave of youth-led activism is sweeping Jaipur as the 'Save Dol Ka Baadh' campaign gains momentum, with hundreds of young professionals and environmentalists rallying to protect one of the city's last major green campaign, which has seen daily protests and a surge in social media support, is a direct response to government-backed plans to clear nearly 100 acres of dense forest for the construction of the Prime Minister's Unity Mall and other commercial Ka Baadh, often called the 'green lungs' of south Jaipur, is home to over 2,400 mature trees—including the ecologically vital Khejri—and more than 80 species of birds and native wildlife. Activists warn that the ongoing felling of trees and construction activities threaten not only biodiversity but also the city's air quality and ecological balance. Protestors have geo-tagged trees and documented evidence of those already cut, alleging that construction work continues behind blue tin barricades, sometimes even after sunset to avoid public campaign echoes similar recent movements in Indian cities, where urban forests have come under threat from rapid campaigners point out the irony that several political leaders, including Deputy Chief Minister Diya Kumari, had previously championed Dol Ka Baadh's preservation while in opposition, but have remained silent since assuming repeated appeals and petitions, activists claim their concerns have gone unheeded by the Rajasthan government and RIICO, the state industrial development agency overseeing the project. Tensions escalated earlier this month when police detained four protestors, including campaign leader Ashutosh Ranka, during a peaceful argue that while the proposed Unity Mall aims to celebrate tribal heritage, its construction comes at the cost of irreplaceable urban biodiversity. 'We're not against development, but it should not come at the expense of our city's ecological future,' said Shaurya, a campaign added, "Diya Kumari, when she was in the opposition, had supported the campaign to save the Dol Ka Baadh but now that she is the Deputy Chief Minister, she is not paying heed to our repeated pleas."
Time of India
21-05-2025
- Automotive
- Time of India
Nidec starts work on 3rd plant in Neemrana, to invest 450cr
Nemrana: started construction of its third in the Japanese zone of Neemrana reflecting its Japanese parent 's confidence in India and Rajasthan for future growth. The company had started its manufacturing at Neemrana in 2016. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Keiji Oshima, managing director of Nidec India, said, "It showcases the confidence of Nidec Japan in India. We have steadily expanded our business in India, from motors for automotive sector, to white goods and now to manufacture specifically, ." The new factory, which will be operational by Sept 2026, will manufacture technologically advanced automotive components for electric power steering motors, park lock actuators, electric water pump, electric oil pump, BLDC engine cooling fan motors. Speaking on the future plans of the company in India, CEO of Nidec Corporation, Mitsuya Kishida, said, "Our Motion and Energy (MOEN) business will launch of a mega campus having five plants within the Hubli Dharwad on June 2. This campus represents investments of $55 million and aims to achieve carbon neutral by 2027". Similarly, Mr. Kishida said, "Our Global Appliance (ACIM) business is investing $150 million in Maharashtra. A MoU for acquiring 50-acre land was signed with Maharashtra govt." With the Japanese zone in Neemrana getting saturated, RIICO appealed to the Japanese investors to look at second dedicated zone at Ghiloth developed for them. At the ground-breaking ceremony of Nidec India's third plant, RIICO MD Shivangi Swarnkar said, "A second industrial zone has been developed at Ghiloth, near Neemrana, covering around 200 hectares, to further strengthen the region as a strategic hub for Japanese industries." Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Currently, the Japanese industrial township hosts more than 51 companies, representing a cumulative investment of about Rs 6,500 crore, and generating employment for over 26,000 individuals. Ambassador of Japan to India, Keiichi Ono, said Nidec's strategic investment in growth sector and the ability to swiftly respond to the market needs outlines Nidec's strong and visionary leadership.
Time of India
26-04-2025
- Business
- Time of India
RIICO sells industrial plots worth 650cr in past 2 mths
Jaipur: After selling 98 industrial plots under the new direct allotment scheme on April 4 for the MoU holders of the Rising Rajasthan Investment Summit , RIICO 's routine e-auctions held Thursday and Friday fetched over Rs 300 crore with the sale of 182 plots. With the latest sales, RIICO's revenues from plot allotments rose to Rs 650 crore in the past two months, said RIICO. To facilitate the availability of land, RIICO introduced a Direct Land Allotment Policy-2025, which is applicable in 98 industrial areas. However, after encountering demand for plots beyond these 98 industrial areas, RIICO conducted e-auctions where many Rising Rajasthan investors also participated, said RIICO in a release. The plots were allotted in industrial areas including Punayata and Falna Jadri (Pali), Sukher (Udaipur), Parbatsar (SGC), Nagaur, Rayla (Bhilwara), Growth Center Dholpur (Bharatpur), Baran and Indraprastha (Kota), Karauli and Khushkheda in Bhiwadi, EPIP Sitapura Industrial Area, Bagru (Chhitroli) in Jaipur South, Kolila Joga (Neemrana), Kishangarh Phase IV, Ghiloth, Growth Center II (Abu Road), and Thanagazi Industrial Area (Alwar). RIICO is set to open allotment for commercial, institutional, hospital, hotel, educational, and retail plots for the MoU holders from next month. "Considering the interest of the investors who signed MoUs under Rising Rajasthan in non-industrial plots, RIICO has been holding discussions with each of them to assess their land needs," said RIICO. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Trade Bitcoin & Ethereum – No Wallet Needed! IC Markets Start Now Undo Besides direct allotment, RIICO is also planning to conduct auctions for non-industrial plots for investors in the education, tourism, and healthcare sectors. "RIICO is preparing to auction around 500 plots for small and medium investors, with the process expected to start within a week. These plots are planned for hospitals, shops, commercial complexes, educational institutions, and other uses," it said.
