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On World Turtle Day, Odisha's enduring efforts to protect the Olive Ridley sea turtle serve as a benchmark in marine conservation. Odisha continues to play a pivotal role in the conservation of the Olive Ridley turtle, a vulnerable marine species known for its annual mass nesting phenomenon. The state's coastline hosts three major nesting sites; Gahirmatha, Rushikulya and Devi which together attract lakhs of turtles during the nesting season. These areas are globally significant, drawing scientific attention and conservation focus every year.
In 2025, Odisha's Rushikulya beach in Ganjam district witnessed an unprecedented mass ne...