Ocean Governance: Balancing Growth and Conservation
In a major milestone for India's Blue Economy, Odisha has become the first state to launch a Marine Spatial Plan (MSP). Developed in collaboration with the National Centre for Coastal Research (NCCR), the plan provides a framework for managing coastal and marine resources.
Plan Highlights
- Purpose: To map marine areas for various activities like fishing, tourism, and energy while ensuring conservation.
- International Tie-up: Part of the India–Norway cooperation on sustainable ocean management.
- Economic Value: MSP helps resolve conflicts between multiple ocean users and promotes the sustainable use of the 480 km long Odisha coastline.
For Environment and Geography aspirants, this is a landmark update in 'Coastal Zone Management' and 'Sustainable Development.'