Felling of trees
ashok khare
(Querist) 04 July 2012
This query is : Resolved
Sir, please guide,
What is the punishment for felling/cutting of Trees without permission or illegally?
punishment under which act?
ajay sethi
(Expert) 04 July 2012
At present, as per section 21 of the Maharashtra Preservation of Trees Act, 1971, the punishment for cutting trees is a fine of Rs 1,000 to Rs 5,000 and imprisonment ranging from one week to one year.