Protest gathers pace to save KBR Park

Human chain protest held

Metro India News | Hyderabad

A peaceful human chain protest was organised on Thursday near KBR National Park in Jubilee Hills by Parisarsamvad – Telangana Chapter, demanding protection of the park’s eco-sensitive environment amid concerns over large-scale tree felling and shrinking green cover around the area.

The protest witnessed participation from environmental activists, youngsters, nature lovers, social workers, influencers, and responsible citizens who came together to raise awareness about the ecological importance of KBR National Park. Participants formed a human chain and carried placards urging authorities to stop any activities that could threaten the park’s biodiversity and fragile ecosystem.

Speaking at the protest, Hussain from Parisarsamvad said development should never come at the cost of nature and public well-being. He stated that protecting KBR is not just about saving trees, but also about safeguarding Hyderabad’s environmental balance and the future of coming generations.

Environmentalists expressed concern that large-scale cutting of trees and further reduction of the eco-sensitive zone could severely impact wildlife, bird species, and biodiversity dependent on the park. They warned that continued destruction of urban green spaces in a rapidly expanding city like Hyderabad could lead to higher temperatures, worsening air pollution, reduced groundwater recharge, and long-term ecological imbalance.

Speakers at the event stressed that development projects must be sustainable and environmentally responsible. The organisers appealed to the government and concerned authorities to reconsider any plans that threaten the ecological integrity of KBR National Park and urged citizens to unite in protecting Hyderabad’s natural heritage for future generations.

Online campaign gains momentum for KBR Park protection

An online campaign seeking stronger environmental safeguards around Kasu Brahmananda Reddy National Park has gained significant public support, with thousands backing a petition demanding a one-kilometre eco-sensitive buffer zone around the park. Activists and residents oppose proposals linked to infrastructure expansion near KBR Park, warning that the city’s vital green space could face long-term ecological damage. Campaigners also alleged that the state prepared a proposal reducing the surrounding protected walkway buffer to as little as 3 metres to 29.8 metres in some stretches, against the current minimum 25–35 metres citizens had hoped would remain protected. Supporters say preserving KBR Park is crucial for Hyderabad’s environment, biodiversity and ecological balance.