Activists protest Khejri tree felling for solar plant in Rajasthan

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Protests erupt over alleged felling of thousands of Khejri trees for a solar plant, with activists demanding an immediate halt. The Khejri tree, a symbol of the Bishnoi community's reverence for nature, is at the center of a growing movement. Protesters, including children and elders, are vowing to protect the trees, even at the cost of their lives. The controversy has reached the state assembly and parliament, with the movement's impact spreading to neighboring districts.


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