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Campal Divers Face Income Uncertainty Amid Sustainability Push
✍️ The Times of India
🗓 27 Sep 2026, 07:08 AM
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Divers in Campal, who once risked their lives harvesting clams, now confront potential income loss as sustainability measures threaten their traditional livelihood.
Campal, a coastal town known for its clam fishing, has seen its divers face new challenges.
Previously, the divers braved dangerous currents and limited visibility to harvest clams, often risking their lives for the catch.
However, recent sustainability initiatives aimed at protecting marine ecosystems have imposed restrictions on clam harvesting, threatening the divers' primary source of income.
The community now grapples with balancing environmental concerns and economic survival.
Local authorities are exploring alternative livelihood options to support the divers while maintaining ecological balance.
Previously, the divers braved dangerous currents and limited visibility to harvest clams, often risking their lives for the catch.
However, recent sustainability initiatives aimed at protecting marine ecosystems have imposed restrictions on clam harvesting, threatening the divers' primary source of income.
The community now grapples with balancing environmental concerns and economic survival.
Local authorities are exploring alternative livelihood options to support the divers while maintaining ecological balance.