India, Aug. 11 -- The Government of India issued the following news release:
The total mangrove cover in West Bengal, including the Sundarbans, as per the Indian State of Forest Report (ISFR) 2013 and ISFR 2023 is 2,097 sq. km. and 2,119.16 sq. km. respectively, thus reflecting a gain of 22.16 sq. km over the last decade. This growth is largely attributed to afforestation and eco-restoration efforts under State and Central schemes such as MISHTI and CAMPA-MGNREGS convergence. The Government has implemented both promotional and regulatory measures to protect, sustain, and augment mangrove plantations nationwide. Regulatory steps like the Coastal Regulation Zone (CRZ) notifications have curbed destructive activities and promoted natural rege...