India’s Progress in Mangrove Conservation

  • Total Mangrove Cover (2023): 4,991.68 sq. km (0.15% of India’s geographical area)
  • Net Increase in Mangrove Cover
    • 2013–2023: +363.68 sq. km (7.86%)
    • 2001–2023: +509.68 sq. km (11.4%)
  • State-wise Distribution
    • West Bengal: 42.45% of total cover
    • Gujarat: 23.32% of total cover; increase of 253.06 sq. km (2001–2023)
    • Andaman & Nicobar Islands: 12.19% of total cover

Key Projects & Funding

  • MISHTI Project (2023)
    • Target: Restoration & afforestation of 540 sq. km across 9 states & 4 UTs
    • FY 2024–25 Allocation: ₹17.96 crore for restoration of 3,836 hectares in Andhra Pradesh, Gujarat, Kerala, Odisha, West Bengal, and Puducherry
  • National Coastal Mission – Conservation of Mangroves & Coral Reefs
    • Supports 38 mangrove and 4 coral ....
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