Himachal Pradesh government expands Green Belt Area in Shimla, regulating residential construction and promoting environmental conservation.

Himachal Pradesh government amends Shimla Development Plan to expand Green Belt Area, focusing on restoring Shimla's historical charm and ecological balance. Residential construction within the Green Belt Area will be strictly regulated, only permitting construction on tree-less plots. This expansion aims to boost environmental conservation, mitigate soil erosion, and increase the state's environmental resilience.