Hundreds Of Trees Cut On Forestland For Filming Of ‘Toxic’: Karnataka Minister

Karnataka Environment Minister Eshwar Khandre has accused Hindustan Machine Tools (HMT) of illegally cutting down hundreds of trees in Peenya for the film “Toxic.” After reviewing satellite images, Khandre directed forest officials to take legal action. He plans to reclaim HMT land originally designated as forestland, alleging HMT unlawfully facilitated commercial activities, including film shoots.