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Western Ghats ESA Map Revised
✍️ The South First
🗓 01 Aug 2026, 08:03 AM
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The Western Ghats draft ESA map has been revised after 13 years with new boundaries. This development raises old questions about the region's conservation.
The Western Ghats, a biodiversity hotspot, has seen its draft ESA map revised after a long gap of 13 years. The new boundaries have been drawn, which may impact the conservation efforts in the region. The Western Ghats are home to a wide range of flora and fauna, and any changes to the ESA map can have significant implications for the environment. The revised map is expected to spark discussions about the balance between development and conservation in the region.