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National Survey to Assess Microplastic and Marine Debris
The Ministry of Earth Sciences (MoES), through NCCR, has completed a national survey (2022–2025) evaluating marine debris and microplastic levels along India's coastlines and ecologically sensitive habitats.
Nodal Ministry and Agency:
- Ministry of Earth Sciences (MoES)
- National Centre for Coastal Research (NCCR), Chennai
Period of Survey:
- Conducted between 2022 and 2025
Key Pollution Sources Identified:
- Microplastics:
- Riverine input
- Abandoned, Lost, and Discarded Fishing Gear (ALDFG)
- Beach Litter:
- Tourism and recreational activities
Plastic Litter Trends (Swachh Sagar Surakshit Sagar Programme):
- 2018: 67% plastic contribution
- 2024: Declined to 43%
Ecosystem Sensitivity:
- Most Sensitive:
- Mangroves
- Estuaries
- Coral reefs
Policy and Public Measures:
- Draft National Marine Litter Policy circulated for inter-ministerial review
- Over 250+ cleanup events organized
- ~150 tons of beach litter removed
- Initiatives like Swachh Sagar Surakshit Sagar, International Coastal Cleanup Day, and SwachhataPakhwada actively conducted
- Citizen Science Approach: Community participation, awareness campaigns since 2018 targeting students and fishing communities
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