Panchayat-level Tree Committee
ree committees have been constituted at the Panchayat level to protect trees standing on public roads and in public spaces, and to prevent accidents caused by uprooted or broken trees and branches.
These Panchayat-level tree committees have been formed in accordance with Local Self-Government Department Circular No. 248/RC3/2016/LSGD dated 14.07.2017. The local-level committee functions to avoid delays—since permission from the District-level Tree Committee is otherwise required for felling trees—and to ensure timely decision-making during emergencies.
**Committee Structure**
Panchayat President
Chairman
Panchayat Secretary
Convener
Village Officer
Member
Forest Department Range Officer / Representative
Member
**Key Responsibilities**
Inspect trees and branches in public spaces to assess potential hazards.
Take necessary action regarding trees that pose a threat to public life and property.
Direct owners to remove hazardous trees situated on private property.
Initiate appropriate legal action and recover costs from the concerned individual if the directive is not followed.
Ensure that the valuation of trees to be felled is conducted through the Forest Department.
Coordinate tree conservation activities within the Panchayat's jurisdiction and ensure a safe environment. Ensure public safety and environmental protection alike.