Ankita Bose’s Post

I prepared a map of the fragmentation hot-spot of an urban patch at Serampore municipality in the temporal manner(1990-2020). Urban fragmentation refers to the division of urban areas into smaller, disconnected segments of land use, which can lead to various socio-economic and environmental issues. This phenomenon occurs due to uncontrolled urban sprawl, where cities expand outward without cohesive planning, leading to a patchwork of developed and undeveloped areas. Causes of Urban Fragmentation are Unplanned Urban Sprawl (Rapid and unregulated urban growth results in scattered and isolated developments.), Zoning Regulations (Different land use regulations can create isolated pockets of residential, commercial, and industrial areas.), Infrastructure Development (Roads and highways built to support urban expansion often divide natural landscapes and communities.), Economic Factors (Property values and economic activities can lead to uneven development, with affluent areas growing faster than others.) Impacts of Urban Fragmentation are Environmental Degradation, Increased Traffic and Pollution, Inefficient Public Services, and Social Inequality. #urbanexpansion #arcmap #urbangrowth #hooghlydistrict #westbengal #INDIA

I have prepared a map showing the forest depletion in the urban area of Bishnupur, Bankura District. Bishnupur, known for its historical significance and natural beauty, is facing a pressing environmental issue. Forest depletion in Bishnupur, largely due to urbanization, is a significant environmental concern. The expansion of urban areas leads to deforestation, which in turn causes habitat loss, decreases biodiversity, and disrupts the ecological balance. Urbanization in Bishnupur, as in other regions of India, is driven by population growth and economic development. This urban expansion often involves converting forested areas into residential, commercial, and industrial zones. The process includes clearing forests for construction, infrastructure development, and agricultural activities to support the growing urban population. #forestloss #bishnupur #bankuradistrict #westbengal #INDIA #ecosystemmanagement

HYDRA's demolition drive targets illegal structures in Hyderabad, reclaiming public lands and protecting water bodies. Recent actions in Madhapur and Kukatpally aim to restore ecological balance and ensure sustainable urban development amidst rapid city growth. For more information, follow the link: https://lnkd.in/gEs4tW2G #therealtytoday #therealtytodaynews #therealtytodayupdates #HYDRA #HyderabadDemolitions #IllegalStructures #PublicLandReclamation #EnvironmentalProtection #WaterBodies #UrbanDevelopment #SustainableGrowth #KukatpallyLake #KavuriHills #Encroachments #EcoBalance #Urbanization #realestateIndustrynews #latestrealestatenews

AMRITSAR / JALANDHAR TRIBUNE 4-3-2024 Open house: What steps should be taken to check health problems due to construction activities? Time to stop illegal constructions & plant trees Plant trees to maintain ecological balance Conversion of agricultural land into urban residential areas creates an ecological imbalance because in an agricultural belt, plants, trees and crops release oxygen during the daytime. There are trees like peepal that release oxygen round the clock. With manifold increase in population, the urban areas need expansion leading to multi-storey buildings coming up on hitherto fertile stretches. It is true that tonnes of construction waste are being witnessed at present due to infrastructure development, be it the construction of expressways, railway stations or multi-storied buildings. As it is, the trees and plants help maintain the ecological balance and keep the environment free of pollution. Therefore, there is need for planned plantation of varieties that release oxygen 24x7 and also educate the masses to grow those plants at home. Similarly, the areas that are low-lying can be adjusted with concrete waste and these waste materials can be utilised for the bundhs being constructed to keep the flow of river water intact during the monsoon season when there are floods. Rajat Kumar Mohindru #Mediacorner #Rajatkumarmohindru #AmritsarNews #amritsardiaries #amritsar #amritsarsahib #JalandharNews #amritsartribune #jalandhartribune #jalandhar #jalandharcity #JalandharCantt #Tribune

My final year research focused on "Land Development Around Eco-Sensitive Regions: The Case of Guwahati." This study thoroughly investigates land development in Guwahati's eco-sensitive areas. It identifies biodiversity hotspots, evaluates current land use and water resources, and examines urban planning and environmental policies. The research highlights the need for mitigation measures and policy interventions to address the challenges posed by urban expansion on biodiversity. #UrbanPlanning #Sustainability #EcoSensitiveRegions #Guwahati #LandDevelopment #ThesisComplete #Research #UrbanDevelopment

Jalandhar / Amritsar Tribune 14-10-2024 Open house: Are citizens not paying with their health for admn’s failure to check the felling of trees? Indiscriminate axing of trees a blow to nature’s diversity Numbering of trees can prevent felling It takes years for a sapling to become a tree. A fully grown tree, as is well known, is the source of oxygen during the daytime. There are trees like Peepal and Bhohad that release oxygen round the clock. Unfortunately, these trees that are decades old are sometimes axed to carry out development works. Resentment among the public is but natural. A number of trees have been axed to carry out the widening of national highways. On the one hand, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has given a clarion call to plant one sapling in the name of one’s mother, “Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam”. The axing of trees, especially in congested urban areas where the population is in large numbers, is unfortunate because these trees give shade and protection from sunlight besides providing numerous other benefits. They also give shelter to a number of species. The Forest Department should mark the trees by numbering them in the urban and rural areas so that seeking permission for axing these trees becomes mandatory. Also, the Forest Department should allow axing of trees only if it is utterly necessary. The Forest Department should verify if new saplings have been planted after the axing of old trees. It should appoint a task force to keep a check on the axing of trees on a permanent basis. It is trees that keep the ecological balance intact and environment free of pollution. Why then is the axing of trees allowed in the first place? There is need for environmental awareness to protect the trees, especially the ones that are old. Rajat Kumar Mohindru #Mediacorner #Rajatkumarmohindru #jalandhar #jalandharcity #JalandharNews #jalandhardiaries #JalandharCantt #JalandharTribune #amritsar #AmritsarNews #AmritsarDiaries #amritsarsahib #amritsartribune #Tribune

Pained looking to the news today. Thanks to new agency the Wire staff for bringing such issues. Cutting trees for urbanisation is a curse to Humanity and curse to the wild life. Creating world record of laying Kms of Road per day cutting millions of tree is not a humanitarian act. What about green jungle that is being replaced by Cement Jungle. Development at the cost or cutting the old age trees is this justified. one side we want to target net zero and other side destroying the natural green cover. This is a major flaw and a curse to humanity and wild life world. We speak of many innovations etc etc for advancement of materialistic life. Urbanisation is a boon to economy but it seems curse to Humanity future. Request to NHAI : Is there any other method that rather than cutting trees any innovation or technology for replanting it at different place. Why NHAI can't take this project as a priority project at least now even after cutting millions or may be billions or trees uptill now. Planting Neem , Banyan , Mango , Sesam , Tamarind like trees is a must rather than planting small bushes for beautification of the dividers and reporting. Create one record at least of planting such trees parallel to making world record of cutting trees and laying KMs Roads per day. #NHAI #ministryofforest #pmoffice #environmentalist #environment #forest #wildlife #India #pmindia

Water Use and Water Cover (WUWC) Dynamics and their Micro-Ecological Implications Manash Jyoti Bhuyan (Nowgong Girls’ College, Assam, India) Studying land use and land cover (LULC) is a common approach to understanding human impacts on changing landscapes. Less common is a focus on water use and water cover (WUWC), and yet this knowledge is vital for sustainably managing landscapes dominated by water under human management. Here Manash Jyoti Bhuyan discusses how this approach, combined with a range of participatory engagement methods with local communities, is providing important insights on what is happening in the hydrologically diverse Nagaon district in the Indian state of Assam. https://lnkd.in/g7u3RNYa

Kudos to Ramveer Tanwar (PondMan) for his outstanding efforts in transforming landfill into lush forest! Initiatives like these are crucial in addressing the escalating landfill crisis. In addition to the admirable work of people, fostering community engagement is key. Encouraging residents whose waste contributes to landfills to witness the transformation firsthand can deepen their understanding of its impact. Similarly, organizing educational trips for students can instill an awareness of the environmental repercussions of improper waste disposal. Ultimately, raising awareness about waste segregation hinges on exposing individuals to the harsh reality of overflowing landfills. Together, we can inspire change and strive towards a more sustainable future. 🌏🌳 What are your thoughts on this approach? Any suggestions or ideas to further improve community engagement and awareness about landfill issues? #Sustainability #ClimateAction #Landfill #WasteSegregation #ClearingLandfill #UrbanForest #CommunityAwareness #GreenFuture #India

Water is an essential resource for our daily life and survival. Similarly, water resources are the drivers of modern settlements from villages to cities to megacities. Most of the cities have evolved around a water body. Overexploitation of natural resources is placing strain on our water supply as a result of rapid urbanization and increasing population in urban areas. This results in groundwater depletion, contamination, and other negative effects on the ecosystem. Rapidly rising urban water demands highlight the importance of making urban water systems more robust, especially in light of climate change. Throwback to my 2021 Urban Design thesis on “Mitigating Day Zero through Morphological Interventions”, a case of Palakkad District, Kerala. Excited to delve deeper into climate change and urban issues for future research. #UrbanDesign #Urbanization #ClimateChange #DayZero #UrbanDrought #UrbanMorphology #WaterManagement #Sustainability