Union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav reviewed coastal research at NCSCM in New Delhi on Friday. He assessed scientific work, stressed community linkage, and outlined future priorities for coastal conservation

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• Minister chaired NCSCM’s third General Body meeting in New Delhi
• Reviewed research on coastal ecosystems, climate resilience, marine habitats
•  Focus on integrating traditional knowledge with modern science
•  Called for stronger engagement with coastal communities
•  Asked for closer alignment between research outputs and policy needs
•  Directed finalisation of NCSCM’s long-term vision under Viksit Bharat 2047
• Emphasised filling critical scientific posts and hiring new talent
• Reviewed progress on lab accreditations with Quality Council of India
•  NCSCM completed 79 coastal regulation and shoreline projects
•  Currently handling 291 projects under National Coastal Mission 2.0