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India First Marine Biodiversity Park Opens in Andaman.

Environment | Dated: 17 Mar 2026

To rigorously protect fragile coastal ecosystems, India first dedicated Marine Biodiversity Park was inaugurated in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands. The park strongly focuses on preserving vibrant coral reefs and rehabilitating endangered sea turtles and dugongs.

🎯 Key Highlights:

  • The park was funded by the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change.
  • It includes a state of the art underwater observatory for researchers.
  • The initiative aims to strictly regulate unsustainable fishing practices.

💡 Other Important Facts:

  • Park: Marine Biodiversity.
  • Location: Andaman & Nicobar.
  • Focus: Coral Reefs.

📚 Test Your Knowledge:

India first Marine Biodiversity Park, dedicated to coral reef preservation, was recently opened in which region?

Correct Answer: Andaman and Nicobar Islands

🚀 Quick Recap:

About Andaman and Nicobar

  • Capital - Port Blair
  • Lieutenant Governor - D. K. Joshi