"Paris Mayor's Controversial Plan for Green Overhaul Sparks Resistance"
Originally Published 1 year ago — by FRANCE 24 English
Paris Mayor Anne Hidalgo faces resistance from residents and the police force over her plan to create a car-free zone around the Eiffel Tower, aiming to turn the area into a green pathway. The proposal, part of Hidalgo's efforts to reduce car usage in Paris, has divided opinions, with supporters praising the move for reducing pollution and increasing green spaces, while critics, including the Paris police chief and right-wing politicians, express concerns about traffic disruptions and impact on emergency services. Hidalgo hopes to implement the project after the 2024 Summer Olympics, but faces pushback from various quarters.