Deputy CM emphasises coastal preservation efforts

Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan emphasized the importance of preserving and managing Andhra Pradesh’s extensive coastline, which spans over 973 km. Addressing concerns about sea erosion, he highlighted the state government’s commitment to tackling this issue with focused attention and preventive measures.
During a recent review of the erosion at the Uppada coast, the Deputy Chief Minister discussed the problem with experts, instructing them to study and recommend protective measures.
On Friday, at his residence in Mangalagiri, the Deputy Chief Minister released the Coastal Management Plan. Developed by experts from the National Center for Coastal Research (NCCR), the plan aims to mitigate erosion and reduce wave intensity in coastal areas. The plan is also expected to guide the selection of suitable sites for new docks and fishing harbours.
In a significant step, a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed between NCCR and the Andhra Pradesh Coastal Zone Management Authority (APCZMA) in the presence of the Deputy Chief Minister.
The event was attended by PCB member secretary B. Sridhar, senior forest department officials Saravanan and Dr. P.V. Chalapathi Rao, along with NCCR scientists Dr. M.V. Ramanamurthy and V. Ramanathan, among others.