Chandigarh, Dec. 4 -- Minister Harpal Singh Cheema on Wednesday announced that the state finance department has granted its approval to the forest and wildlife preservation department's proposal for the drafting of 'The Punjab Protection of Trees Act, 2025.' Announcing this in a press communique, Cheema said that the Act marks a step towards urban greening and environmental conservation, ensuring the state's legislative commitment to tree preservation. He emphasised that the draft legislation, which proposes stringent measures and heavy fines for unauthorised felling of trees, will strengthen the state's efforts to combat environmental degradation. "We have thoroughly reviewed the proposal for 'The Punjab Protection of Trees Act, 2025," said Cheema. He said that the Act is designed to generate funds through penalties and fines. HTC...