TNPSC Thervupettagam

New Wetland and Mangrove Conservation scheme

June 12 , 2023 388 days 502 0
  • On the occasion of World Environment Day, two new schemes were launched to reviving the country's wetlands and mangroves.
  • They were: Amrit Dharohar and MISHTI (Mangrove Initiative for Shoreline Habitats and Tangible Incomes).
  • Amrit Dharohar Yojana will ensure the conservation of the existing Ramsar sites through public participation.
  • The MISHTI scheme will help revive and protect the mangrove ecosystem in the country.
  • India accounts for about 3% of South Asia’s mangrove population.

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