Kolleru Wildlife Sanctuary is a Ramsar site located in Andhra Pradesh.
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Aquaculture tanks ‘resurface’ in Kolleru Wildlife Sanctuary after demolition drive
Aquaculture tanks have re-emerged in Kolleru Wildlife Sanctuary after a previous demolition drive, raising concerns about environmental protection and enforcement. This situation highlights issues of illegal encroachments and the challenges in preserving biodiversity-rich wetlands. Kolleru, a Ramsar site, is vital for migratory birds and local ecosystems, making this issue significant for environmental governance and conservation topics in competitive exams.
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Around 5,000 acres of land were cleared during an anti-encroachment drive a few months ago.
Aquaculture activities have resumed in the cleared areas, indicating illegal encroachments.
Kolleru is a biodiversity-rich wetland crucial for migratory birds.
The resumption of aquaculture raises concerns about environmental governance and enforcement.
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