The Forest Research Institute (FRI) in Dehradun, India, has been assigned to investigate the low survival rates of transplanted trees in Delhi. An interim report is expected in six months, while a final report will follow in twelve months. This study is crucial as previous data indicated that only 42.5% of the 1,357 trees transplanted between 2019 and 2022 survived. The findings will help refine the Delhi Tree Transplantation Policy, 2020, which mandates tree transplantation in development projects where tree felling is unavoidable. The study will include a review of existing literature and field assessments to understand the challenges faced in tree transplantation. Environment and Forest Minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa emphasized the need for a scientific approach to enhance the transplantation process and make Delhi greener. The forest department has noted that certain species, such as 'papdi' and 'sheesham', tend to have poor survival rates and may need to be avoided in future transplantations. Additionally, the importance of post-transplantation maintenance was highlighted, suggesting that responsible agencies should oversee the care of transplanted trees for at least two to three years.