🌊 Mangaluru’s World Ocean Day: 500 kg of Plastic Cleared from Kodi Beach
On World Ocean Day, ReefWatch Marine Conservation joined hands with the HCL Foundation, local fishers, Karnataka Forest Department, police, and municipal volunteers to take action at Kodi Beach, Mangaluru. The result? 493 kg of marine debris removed, including plastics, footwear, thermocol, and glass (freepressjournal.in, timesofindia.indiatimes.com).
The day also featured an ocean-themed fair at The Bearys Group of Institutions, where 92 students and faculty engaged in creative activities—from marine-life games to art installations and quizzes on disaster management (timesofindia.indiatimes.com).
💚 Why It’s a Good Scoop
- Community-driven action: Fishers and volunteers collaborated to clean up their local beach.
- Hands-on learning: Students got creative and informed through engaging, environment-focused activities.
- Tangible impact: Nearly half a ton of waste removed—restoring the coastal ecosystem.
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