Mangrove Vegetation in Karnataka: Importance, Challenges, and Sustainable Solutions for Coastal Development

Author(s)	Dr. ESHWARLAL BANNAPPA SEDAMKAR
Country	India
Abstract	In recent years, the ecological importance of mangrove vegetation has gained increasing attention due to its role in maintaining environmental balance and protecting coastlines. In Karnataka, however, mangroves are limited to three coastal districts—Uttara Kannada, Udupi, and Dakshina Kannada—which, despite their rich biodiversity and relatively pollution-free environment, remain underdeveloped. Tourism is minimal, and economic benefits for local communities are limited. This study examines the causes of underdevelopment, the consequences of neglecting mangrove-based opportunities, and proposes sustainable strategies to integrate ecological conservation with socioeconomic development. Utilizing recent data, district-level mangrove maps, and field observations; the study highlights practical measures for promoting eco-tourism, community-based restoration, and sustainable economic growth along Karnataka’s coastline.
Keywords	Mangrove vegetation, Coastal vegetation, Ecological balance, Mangroves in Karnataka, Mangrove districts in Karnataka.
Field	Biology > Agriculture / Botany
Published In	Volume 7, Issue 6, November-December 2025
Published On	2025-12-20
DOI	https://doi.org/10.36948/ijfmr.2025.v07i06.64151

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