Major drive under way to remove ‘seemai karuvelam’ in Pudukottai district
Pudukottai district authorities are conducting a large-scale operation to remove the invasive 'seemai karuvelam' tree species from waterbodies and public lands. The initiative aims to restore groundwater levels and protect the local environment by replacing invasive plants with native species.
Why it matters
Invasive species management is critical for ecological restoration and water security in drought-prone agricultural regions.
A major drive is under way in Pudukottai district involving different government departments to clear seemai karuvelam trees (Prosopis Juliflora) - an invasive species- from waterbodies and revenue lands besides on lands along the roads with the twin objectives of protecting groundwater and environment.
The article provides a factual report on a government-led environmental initiative.
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