Trees provide a living for the women, who plant and care for them, and shield the island capital from erosion, flooding.
Deputy Chief Minister says State aims to expand mangrove-based coastal barrier over 8,888 hectares this year to strengthen shoreline protection and climate resilience
SHRC directs the Collector and the Principal Chief Conservator of Forests to coordinate with departments to ensure effective protection of mangroves, wetlands and riverbank ecosystems in the district