New Delhi, June 27 -- Kachchh in Gujarat is known for its rare indigenous breed of Kharai camel. But the existence of this species is under threat, despite multiple interventions by the National Green Tribunal (NGT).

The Kharai is known for its rare ability to swim long distances and graze on mangroves. But the rapid decline of this unique forest is now impacting one of India's last remaining links to pastoral culture deeply associated with its ecology.

The NGT had issued directives in 2020 to the Gujarat forest department, Gujarat Coastal Zone Management Authority and revenue officials to jointly inspect the area and find out the persons responsible for obstruction of creeks and illegal expansion of salt pans used for salt manufacturin...