Discarded Fishnet Collection Centres to come up in coastal districts of the central region
GS3Economy · S&T · Environment · Security· Pollution (air, water, plastic)· Prelims·
Why in news
The Tamil Nadu Pollution Control Board (TNPCB) is establishing Discarded Fishnet Collection Centres in four coastal districts to combat marine litter and recycle nets.
Background
The initiative is funded by the World Bank under the TN-SHORE Project. Collection centres will be established in Pudukottai, Nagapattinam, Tiruvarur, and Thanjavur districts.
Facts for Prelims
- PlaceKottaipattinam village is located in the Pudukottai district.
- PlaceMuthupet is a location in the Tiruvarur district.
- BodyTNPCB (Tamil Nadu Pollution Control Board) is the state body establishing the centres.
- Intl. orgThe TN-SHORE Project is funded by the World Bank.
- FactThe project aims to recycle discarded nets collected from fishermen through an incentive-based system.
For Mains
Q. Discuss the ecological impact of marine litter on coastal ecosystems and evaluate the effectiveness of community-driven waste management models in India.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Incentive-based compliance: Addressing the economic barriers for small-scale fishermen to participate in waste management
- Circular economy integration: Potential for converting discarded nylon nets into industrial raw materials to reduce marine debris
Keywords: Marine Litter · Circular Economy · Coastal Management · Waste Management · TN-SHORE Project
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