Karnataka's mangrove cover increased by 2.54 square kilometers

Karnataka's mangrove cover has increased by 2.54 square kilometers from 2021 to 2023, reaching a total of 14.20 square kilometers, according to the India State of Forest Report 2023. The largest growth occurred in Udupi district. The Ministry of Environment has provided ₹1.09 crore in financial assistance for mangrove conservation from 2021 to 2023. This funding supports management plans and various projects in specific areas, including Mangaluru and Kundapur. The Karnataka Maritime Board has launched a shoreline management plan to address coastal protection. This plan, developed by the National Centre for Sustainable Coastal Management, will guide future projects in Uttara Kannada, Udupi, and Dakshina Kannada.