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Celebration of World Mangrove Day at Pitchavaram, Cuddalore District On July 26, 2025, World Mangrove Day was commemorated at Pitchavaram RF Bangala Thittu Saragam, in collaboration with students from Chinnasamy Middle School, Athur. The event was led by the Chief Conservator of Forests, Villupuram Circle, and featured Superintendent of Police, Cuddalore, as the Chief Guest. The District Forest Officer, Cuddalore, played a pivotal role in organizing the event. Keynote Addresses: The Chief Conservator of Forests provided insightful context on the Pitchavaram mangroves and their unique characteristics. Superintendent of Police, Cuddalore, delivered a special address highlighting the significance of mangroves. The District Forest Officer emphasized the vital role mangroves play in protecting shores and preserving biodiversity. Event Highlights: The occasion was attended by ETMC (Eco Tourism Mangrove Council) members, police personnel, and forest officials. A symbolic mangrove plantation drive was conducted, during which approximately 50 saplings were planted by the Chief guests and school students. Regards, Forest Range Officer, Pitchavaram

A Intensifying Tree Plantation drive was conducted at Pichavaram Mangrove on [29.09.2024] by a team of 40 volunteers and forest officers. The outcome was remarkable, they planted 50 tree sampling

A successful clean-up activity was conducted at Pichavaram Mangrove on [27.09.2024] by a team of 120 volunteers and forest officers. The outcome was remarkable, they collected approximately 280kg of plastic and other waste

A successful clean-up activity was conducted at Pichavaram Mangrove on [26.09.2024] by a team of 100 volunteers and forest officers. The outcome was remarkable. Collected approximately 250kg of plastic and other waste

Subject: Request for Restoration of Wetland and Action Against Alteration Attempt - Survey No. 53, Thirumalai Agaram VillageDear Sir or Madam,I am writing to request your urgent intervention in protecting and restoring a wetland located in Thirumalai Agaram village, Tamil Nadu. The wetland in question is identified by survey number 53.Issue:It has come to my attention that the natural flow of water from the welling lake to the wetland has been disrupted. This disruption is severely impacting the wetland's health and its ability to perform its ecological functions. Additionally, there have been attempts to alter the wetland itself, which is a cause for great concern.Furthermore, the dry spell that occurred between 2014 and 2022 significantly affected groundwater levels in the area. Restoring the wetland to its full capacity will play a crucial role in mitigating future issues due to dry spells.Request:I kindly request your department to take immediate action to: * Restore the natural flow of water from the welling lake into the wetland by repairing channels. * Investigate any attempts to alter the wetland and take necessary legal action against those responsible.Importance of Wetlands:Wetlands play a crucial role in our ecosystem, providing habitat for diverse species, filtering pollutants from water, and mitigating floods. Protecting and restoring this wetland is vital for maintaining the ecological health of the area, especially in the face of recurring dry spells.Thank you for your time and attention to this important matter.

On the occasion of World Environment Day celebration 2024, the Cuddalore Forest Division conducted the following activities, - Event 1- Mini Marathon: 150 members including Mangrove Council members, College students and Local community people participated in the mini marathon of 2kms. - Event 2 - Beach Cleanup Activity: The same 150 members participated and cleaned up around 10 sacks full of plastics on the MGR thittu beach over a length of 500 meters.- Event 3 - Stamp Release: The Postal department in coordination with the Cuddalore Forest department, released a Philatelic ancillary booklet in commemoration of the Olive Riddley turtles in the coastal lines. and also released postcard stamps for killai with Olive Riddleys (Pitchavaram being the only Range in TN to collect around 75000 eggs in the recent egg laying session(Dec 2023-March 2024).- Event 4 - Mangrove Plantation: Around 200 saplings were planted with the participants in the backwater regions of Vellar estuary.- The winners of the marathon was distributed with prizes. School children were given stationery gifts for their effectiveparticipation.

Wetland Day Celebration at aranganur village pond tree plantation and awareness camp