300 artificial reefs deployed off Rameshwaram coast

300 artificial reefs deployed off the coast of Rameshwaram (Tamil Nadu).

                      Artificial reef modules deployed off Rameswaram coast

Artificial reef modules deployed off Rameswaram coast. Artificial reef modules deployed off Rameswaram coast.

Artificial reef modules deployed off Rameswaram coast. Artificial reef modules deployed off Rameswaram coast. Artificial reef modules deployed off Rameswaram coast. Around 300 artificial reef modules were deployed off the coast of Rameshwaram to enhance the marine fisheries resources and enrich the coastal biodiversity for the sustainable livelihood of traditional fishermen.

The project is supported by the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, Global Environment Facility, Small Grants Programme, United Nations Development Programme and The Energy and Resources Institute. The project value is ₹40 lakh.

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About Artificial Reefs

Artificial reef - Wikipedia
               Artificial reef

These are technology interventions used to rehabilitate or improve natural habitats, increase productivity and manage aquatic resources including habitat enhancement.

Department of Fisheries is promoting it under Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana for rejuvenating coastal fisheries

Advantages of Artificial Reefs deployed

Reduce wave damage on coasts, help the regeneration of marine ecosystems and acts as a carbon sink.

Enhance recreational fisheries, and eco-tourism, creating suitable areas for diving and reducing conflicts.

Restricts bottom trawling in the near shore areas.

 

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