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India’s First Mangrove Restoration Standards - BIS
July 25 , 2026
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- The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) is preparing India’s first national guidelines for mangrove ecosystem restoration.
- The draft standard titled “Restoration of Mangrove Ecosystem — Guidelines” aims to provide uniform practices for mangrove restoration across India.
- The guidelines focus on scientific plantation methods, biodiversity conservation, community participation and sustainable restoration of mangrove habitats.
- BIS received stakeholder suggestions, including the use of biodegradable bags instead of polythene for mangrove planting and integration of livelihood options.
- The standards highlight that planting the right species at suitable locations helps restore mangrove ecosystems and supports marine biodiversity.
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