District Collector chairs workshop on conservation of wetlands in Kallakurichi
The Kallakurichi district administration held a workshop to expedite the notification and conservation of 723 identified wetlands in the region. The initiative aligns with Supreme Court directives to protect biodiversity and ensure sustainable management of water bodies.
Why it matters
Effective wetland management is critical for maintaining ecological balance and securing water resources in the face of environmental degradation.
The District-level Workshop for Wetland Stakeholders, was held at the Kallakurichi Collectorate on Friday under the aegis of the Tamil Nadu State Wetland Authority.
Chairing the meeting, Collector J.E. Padmaja said the workshop was organised to expedite the process of notifying wetlands under the Wetlands (Conservation and Management) Rules, 2017. The workshop also focused on the importance of wetlands and their role in conservation and maintaining ecological balance.
The training was also conducted in line with directions issued by the Supreme Court of India for the swift completion of field surveys, boundary demarcation and notification of wetlands identified under the National Wetland Decadal Change Atlas – 2021.
Officials noted that Kallakurichi district had a total of 723 wetlands, and the discussions focused on the steps to be taken by district administration and the Department of Forests to ensure their protection and sustainable management.
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