Kolkata: The 100-year-old banyan tree at Northern Park in Bhabanipur, South Kolkata, has been the witness of many incidents. The banyan tree is very close to the emotions of the local people. Tons of memories of generation after generation surround the banyan tree. The little kids play around the tree and senior citizens spent time sitting under this tree in the afternoon.
On 20 May, the city of Kolkata was devastated by Cyclone Amphan. The 100-year-old banyan tree also fell that night due to the storm. The people of the area restored the tree. After many attempts, the 100-year-old banyan tree has gradually regained its vitality. About 1,600 such trees were uprooted in the city by Amphan. There are many old trees that are more than 25 years old. Banyan, Ashwattha, Krishnachura, Bakul and many other different species of trees were destroyed by the terrible storm. Various sewers, water pipes, electronic wires have been laid underground in Kolkata. As a result, the roots of the tree are getting weak due to not being able to go deep in the ground.
