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Restoring Mangroves to Secure India’s Coasts

Syllabus: Environment   Source:  TH Context: India has launched major mangrove restoration drives across Tamil Nadu, Gujarat, and Mumbai to fight climate risks. These efforts enhance coastal security, biodiversity, and climate resilience amid rising ecological threats. About Restoring Mangroves to Secure India’s Coasts: What Are Mangroves? Mangroves are salt-tolerant coastal forests that grow in tidal, …

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MISHTI Scheme

Source:  NIE Context: Gujarat has become the national leader in mangrove afforestation, covering 19,020 hectares in two years under the MISHTI scheme.  About MISTI Scheme: What it is? The MISHTI (Mangrove Initiative for Shoreline Habitats & Tangible Incomes) scheme, launched in 2023, aims to expand India’s mangrove cover and enhance coastal resilience. Focuses on ecological …

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