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Andhra Pradesh Plans Great Green Wall for Coastal Defense
21 Mar
Summary
- Andhra Pradesh aims to boost forest cover to 50% through new initiatives.
- The Great Green Wall will act as a living ecological shield along the coast.
- Initiatives aim to protect millions from climate impacts and boost biodiversity.
On the International Day of Forests, Andhra Pradesh's Deputy Chief Minister K. Pawan Kalyan emphasized the vital need for forest conservation for a sustainable future.
Kalyan described forests as the Earth's lungs and reservoirs of biodiversity, underscoring that their protection is essential for human existence. He announced the state's commitment to achieving a 50% forest cover through strategic initiatives.
The ambitious Great Green Wall project is designed as a coastal ecological shield. This pioneering effort aims to protect over three million vulnerable coastal residents from climate impacts.
The green wall will feature multi-layered vegetation, including mangroves and shelterbelts. These natural defenses are intended to mitigate cyclone damage, stabilize shorelines, and foster livelihoods through eco-tourism and sustainable development.
