Chennai, March 14 -- The Tamil Nadu government will initiate steps
to notify Dhanushkodi, serving as a key stopover for migratory birds,
as a Greater Flamingo Sanctuary ensuring the protection of migratory
wetland birds and their natural ecosystem, Finance Minister Thangam
Thennarsu told the State Assembly on Friday.
Presenting the Budget for the year 2025-26 in the House, he said
with a 1,076 km coastline, Tamil Nadu boasts diverse marine
ecosystems, including tidal forests, coral reefs, and seagrass beds.
These ecosystems not only support coastal communities by providing
environmental and economic benefits but also serve as natural barriers
against sea erosion and rising sea levels.
"Recognizing our bounden duty to protect th...