जेन-झी करणार झाडाचं दहावं, वन ट्री हिल’ चर्चेत; एका झाडासाठी सोशल मीडियावर भावनांचा पूर

According to reports from TV9 Marathi, a significant public reaction has emerged in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar following the removal of a tree that had become a local landmark. The tree, known as 'One Tree Hill' by local residents, had gained popularity as a backdrop for social media content, including reels and professional photoshoots.

The removal of the tree has sparked a wave of sentimentality online, with many residents expressing their attachment to the site. In response, members of the younger generation, often referred to as Gen Z, have reportedly organized a symbolic protest. The group is planning a ritualistic tribute, colloquially referred to as a 'dahavi' or tenth-day ceremony, to mark the loss of the landmark.

This incident highlights the growing intersection between digital culture and physical urban spaces in India. As landmarks that gain fame through social media platforms are altered or removed, local communities are increasingly using the same digital tools to organize public mourning and protests. Local authorities have not yet issued a formal statement regarding the removal of the tree or the planned public gathering.