Valiantly it is fighting back. The Garden City, yesteryear bolt hole of retirees, lured by its equable climate, laid back ambience and deep sense of history and heritage, refuses to be drowned in the noise and pollution of Bangalore of the 21st century.

Pockets of its enchanting botanical heritage, which have survived the glitz and glamour of an IT hub, are finding fresh relevance in this era of millennials and Gen Z. As they kick back to embrace more sustainable lifestyles in the fight against climate change the botanical gardens of Bengaluru are a haven of soothing greens and steadfast calm.