Drop proposal for hydrocarbon exploration, offshore mining in Gulf of Mannar: TN CM Stalin urges Centre

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin urged PM Narendra Modi to drop the Centre's proposal for hydrocarbon exploration and offshore mining in the Gulf of Mannar. The fragile ecosystem and rich biodiversity in the area, along with the livelihood of local fishermen, are at risk. He requested the proposal's reconsideration and deletion from the Open Acreage Licensing Policy.