The Sundarbans, the world s largest mangrove forest and home to the majestic Royal Bengal Tiger, has been officially closed ...

We will increase patrols throughout this time. If the ban is effectively implemented, the fish population and overall wildlife in the forest will thrive,” says DFO ...

The Forest Department has imposed a three-month ban on all entry into the Sundarbans to protect the biodiversity of the forest.

The Indian side of the Sundarbans — the world’s largest mangrove forest — is spread across approximately 4,000 square kilometres, consisting of 102 islands. Of these, 54 islands are inhabited and are ...

In a set of policy recommendations, researchers examine the development of sustainable livelihoods in the Sundarbans ... coastal areas where fragile mangrove forests occur. Climate change will ...

Sundarbans Mangrove Forest, India and Bangladesh Why visit? This is the largest mangrove forest in the world, and home to the royal Bengal tiger and countless unique species. The Sundarbans ...

Though home to only 3.4% of global mangroves, our mangrove forests are exceptional in some aspects. The Sundarbans is home to 42% of India’s mangroves, while 23% of the forests are in Gujarat ...

The vast Sundarbans mangrove forests along the southern coast of Bangladesh act as a shield and protect the coastal people and their livelihoods from tropical cyclones and tidal surges.

Adding to the crisis is the reckless deforestation of mangrove forests. Many island residents are unaware of the long-term consequences of this destruction.” How the people of Sundarbans are being hit ...

The Forest Department has undertaken a major initiative to restore mangrove forests along the banks of 52 rivers and canals near the Sundarbans in Khulna. This effort, inspired by the successful ...