Around 100 trees have been illegally chopped on a popular walking trail in Ghatkopar, triggering public outrage and prompting the BMC to launch a probe. The trees were felled along the hilly stretch of the Khindi Path trail, which is frequently used by morning walkers and nature lovers. Locals noticed the damage over the weekend and alerted civic officials. Activists suspect the clearing was carried out to make way for encroachments or unauthorized development. The BMC has confirmed that no permissions were granted for tree cutting in the area and has promised strict action against the culprits. An FIR is likely to be registered soon.