Deforestation and environmental degradation in Bhubaneswar can have disastrous effects on the local population. Here are some of the ways it can impact them:

• Reduced access to clean water: deforestation can lead to soil erosion, which can cause water pollution and reduce the quality of drinking water.
• Increased risk of flooding: without trees to absorb excess water, heavy rainfall can result in floods, which can damage homes and put lives at risk.
• Loss of livelihoods: many people in Bhubaneswar depend on the forest for their livelihoods, such as collecting wood or fruits and nuts. Deforestation can result in loss of income and food security.
• Health impacts: deforestation can affect air quality and increase the risk of respiratory problems. It can also increase exposure to diseases carried by insects, such as malaria and dengue fever.
• Loss of biodiversity: deforestation can result in the loss of habitats for many species of animals and plants, leading to a decline in biodiversity.
• Displacement: in the case of the water project in Bhubaneswar, the removal of trees and deforestation led to the displacement of many people who lived in the affected area, causing social unrest and turmoil.

It is important to take a holistic approach to development that takes into account the environmental impact on the local population, to ensure they are not being harmed in the long run.