Petition updateSave 700 mature trees to be felled for widening of the Dakra-Kimadi-Mussoorie roadVedic Gharat is also in danger due to widening of road
Ashish GargDehradun, India
Jun 11, 2026

🌿 We earnestly request the Uttarakhand Government not to widen the road at this particular location in Dakra Market, so that this invaluable Vedic Gharat and its surrounding natural environment can be preserved.


This Gharat (traditional water-powered flour mill) is not merely a place for grinding grain; it is a symbol of Uttarakhand's cultural heritage, traditional wisdom of water conservation, and an environmentally sustainable way of life.

 Powered entirely by flowing water, such Gharats operate without electricity and remind us of the importance of living in harmony with nature.

Development is necessary, but not at the cost of sacrificing hundreds of trees and our priceless heritage. We urge the authorities to explore alternative designs and solutions that protect both this historic Gharat and the surrounding trees.


If our trees, water sources, and Gharats survive, future generations will remain connected to their roots and inherit a healthier environment.


📍 Vedic Gharat, Dakra Market, Dehradun


#SaveGharat #SaveTrees #Dehradun #Uttarakhand #ProtectHeritage #SustainableDevelopment 

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