Indian Coast Guard inks MoU for marine conservation

The Indian Coast Guard (ICG) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with The Habitats Trust and HCL Foundation for marine conservation in New Delhi yesterday. The primary objective of this initiative is to implement critical conservation efforts, including the removal of ghost nets, mapping and classifying areas affected by ghost gear, and enhancing understanding to prioritize cleanup



efforts. 

Under this MoU, surveys will be conducted in ecologically sensitive regions to monitor and protect marine biodiversity. The ICG, Habitats Trust, and HCL Foundation will work together to involve coastal communities in conservation activities, fostering stewardship of marine ecosystems.