Archive · 26 Sep 2025
Tamil Nadu Celebrates Dugong Conservation Recognition
Imagine a special area in the ocean, like a park, where sea cows called Dugongs live.
The government of Tamil Nadu created this park to protect the Dugongs.
People all over the world are recognizing Tamil Nadu's good work!
The head of Tamil Nadu is very happy about this.
This area covers a big part of the ocean.
They are being praised at a big meeting about nature and conservation.
The Dugong conservation started in 2022.
The government and the Omcar Foundation helped with the project.
Tamil Nadu's Chief Minister M K Stalin celebrated the global recognition of the state's Dugong conservation efforts.
The recognition came ahead of the World Conservation Congress 2025 of the IUCN.
The Dugong conservation reserve is located in the Palk Bay.
The reserve covers an area of 448.34 square kilometers.
The reserve was established on September 21, 2022.
- Who
- Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin
- What
- Celebrated the global recognition of Dugong conservation efforts.
- When
- Thursday
- Where
- Palk Straits off Thanjavur and Pudukottai districts.
- Why
- To recognize the efforts of Tamil Nadu's government and partners in conservation.
- Location of Reserve
- Palk Bay
- Reserve Area
- 448.34 square kilometers
- Established
- September 21, 2022
- Organization
- International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN)
- Event
- World Conservation Congress 2025