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GCZMA Seeks Forest Department Views on Chapora Dredging's Impact on Turtle Nesting

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GCZMA Seeks Forest Department Views on Chapora Dredging's Impact on Turtle Nesting

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  • The Goa Coastal Zone Management Authority (GCZMA) is assessing the impact of proposed dredging at the mouth of River Chapora.
  • Concerns are raised regarding potential disturbances to Olive Ridley turtle nesting sites in Morjim and Mandrem.
  • The Captain of Ports (CoP) argues that dredging is necessary to address navigational hazards due to sand accumulation.
  • An expert committee from GCZMA has recommended conducting an environmental impact assessment before, during, and after dredging.
  • A site inspection was conducted on October 1, 2024, to evaluate the dredging's environmental implications.

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