Delhi's Chief Minister Rekha Gupta announced a comprehensive standard operating procedure (SOP) for addressing tree-related offences, which includes the establishment of 24x7 control rooms and quick-response teams to handle complaints in real-time. This initiative follows a directive from the Delhi High Court in March 2024, emphasizing the need for a structured approach to tree protection under the Delhi Preservation of Trees Act, 1994. The SOP enables citizens to report issues through a toll-free helpline and an online portal, ensuring that complaints are dispatched to field officers swiftly. Gupta described the SOP as a robust mechanism for preventing illegal tree activities, with empowered forest officials capable of issuing prohibitory orders and seizing equipment used in offences. Environmental activists have welcomed the move but stress that successful implementation will be critical, as Delhi has historically faced challenges in enforcing tree preservation laws. They highlight the need for ongoing public engagement and monitoring to ensure the SOP translates into effective action.