April 23 , 2026
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- Odisha became the first state to launch a Marine Spatial Plan (MSP).
- MSP is a tool to map and manage marine areas for activities like fishing, tourism, and conservation.
- The plan aims to balance economic growth and environmental protection.
- The state signed an MoU with the National Centre for Coastal Research under the Ministry of Earth Sciences.
- It is part of India–Norway cooperation on sustainable ocean management.

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