6 Marine National Parks Of India

22 MAY 2023 DRISTI SHARMA

Underwater Wonders

India is home to 6 marine national parks that have coral reefs, mangroves, sea turtles and rich marine life. Photo: Unsplash [{ "selector": ".razic-a", "duration": "500ms", "fill": "forwards", "delay": "1000ms", "keyframes": [ {"offset": 0, "transform": "translateY(calc(600px - 442px))", "opacity": "60%"}, {"offset": 1, "transform": "translateY(0)", "opacity": "60%"} ] }, { "selector": ".qujlc-a", "duration": "500ms", "fill": "forwards", "delay": "0ms", "keyframes": [ {"offset": 0, "transform": "translateY(calc(600px - 457px))", "opacity": "1"}, {"offset": 1, "transform": "translateY(0)", "opacity": "1"} ] }, { "selector": ".aaafn-a", "duration": "500ms", "fill": "forwards", "delay": "500ms", "keyframes": [ {"offset": 0, "transform": "translateY(calc(600px - 493px))", "opacity": "1"}, {"offset": 1, "transform": "translateY(0)", "opacity": "1"} ] }]

1. marine national park

It is in the Gulf of Kutch, Gujarat & protects diverse marine ecosystems, including coral reefs and mangroves, and promotes sustainable tourism. Video: Instagram/ R ajivahlawat [{ "selector": ".dadrb-a", "duration": "500ms", "fill": "forwards", "delay": "1000ms", "keyframes": [ {"offset": 0, "transform": "translateY(calc(600px - 439px))", "opacity": "60%"}, {"offset": 1, "transform": "translateY(0)", "opacity": "60%"} ] }, { "selector": ".ijcwo-a", "duration": "500ms", "fill": "forwards", "delay": "1500ms", "keyframes": [ {"offset": 0, "transform": "translateY(calc(600px - 454px))", "opacity": "1"}, {"offset": 1, "transform": "translateY(0)", "opacity": "1"} ] }, { "selector": ".gxxcu-a", "duration": "500ms", "fill": "forwards", "delay": "2000ms", "keyframes": [ {"offset": 0, "transform": "translateY(calc(600px - 486px))", "opacity": "1"}, {"offset": 1, "transform": "translateY(0)", "opacity": "1"} ] }]

2. Mahatma Gandhi Marine Np

Photo: Instagram/ mitrapushkar This National Park is a protected area located in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, known for its rich marine biodiversity and coral reefs. [{ "selector": ".denes-a", "duration": "500ms", "fill": "forwards", "delay": "1000ms", "keyframes": [ {"offset": 0, "transform": "translateY(calc(600px - 439px))", "opacity": "60%"}, {"offset": 1, "transform": "translateY(0)", "opacity": "60%"} ] }, { "selector": ".fttmf-a", "duration": "500ms", "fill": "forwards", "delay": "0ms", "keyframes": [ {"offset": 0, "transform": "translateY(calc(600px - 452px))", "opacity": "1"}, {"offset": 1, "transform": "translateY(0)", "opacity": "1"} ] }, { "selector": ".piwgg-a", "duration": "500ms", "fill": "forwards", "delay": "500ms", "keyframes": [ {"offset": 0, "transform": "translateY(calc(600px - 479px))", "opacity": "1"}, {"offset": 1, "transform": "translateY(0)", "opacity": "1"} ] }]

3. Malvan sanctury

It is a protected area in Malvan, Maharashtra. It is known for its diverse marine life, including coral reefs, fish species, & underwater rock formations. Photo: Twitter/ MAHAINFO [{ "selector": ".tkzeg-a", "duration": "500ms", "fill": "forwards", "delay": "1000ms", "keyframes": [ {"offset": 0, "transform": "translateY(calc(600px - 439px))", "opacity": "60%"}, {"offset": 1, "transform": "translateY(0)", "opacity": "60%"} ] }, { "selector": ".eiudx-a", "duration": "500ms", "fill": "forwards", "delay": "0ms", "keyframes": [ {"offset": 0, "transform": "translateY(calc(600px - 454px))", "opacity": "1"}, {"offset": 1, "transform": "translateY(0)", "opacity": "1"} ] }, { "selector": ".dxnzr-a", "duration": "500ms", "fill": "forwards", "delay": "500ms", "keyframes": [ {"offset": 0, "transform": "translateY(calc(600px - 484px))", "opacity": "1"}, {"offset": 1, "transform": "translateY(0)", "opacity": "1"} ] }]

4. Gahirmatha Marine sanctuary

It is a protected area located in Odisha. It is known for being the world's largest nesting ground for Olive Ridley sea turtles. Photo: Twitter/ Dharmendra Pradhan [{ "selector": ".rrzpp-a", "duration": "500ms", "fill": "forwards", "delay": "1000ms", "keyframes": [ {"offset": 0, "transform": "translateY(calc(600px - 439px))", "opacity": "60%"}, {"offset": 1, "transform": "translateY(0)", "opacity": "60%"} ] }, { "selector": ".wsane-a", "duration": "500ms", "fill": "forwards", "delay": "0ms", "keyframes": [ {"offset": 0, "transform": "translateY(calc(600px - 453px))", "opacity": "1"}, {"offset": 1, "transform": "translateY(0)", "opacity": "1"} ] }, { "selector": ".rpxdr-a", "duration": "500ms", "fill": "forwards", "delay": "500ms", "keyframes": [ {"offset": 0, "transform": "translateY(calc(600px - 485px))", "opacity": "1"}, {"offset": 1, "transform": "translateY(0)", "opacity": "1"} ] }]

5. Gulf of Mannar

Gulf of Mannar Marine National Park is located in Tamil Nadu. It is recognized for its Dugong Conservation Reserve, a first in India. Video: Twitter/BERTIEGREGORY [{ "selector": ".airfj-a", "duration": "500ms", "fill": "forwards", "delay": "1000ms", "keyframes": [ {"offset": 0, "transform": "translateY(calc(600px - 439px))", "opacity": "60%"}, {"offset": 1, "transform": "translateY(0)", "opacity": "60%"} ] }, { "selector": ".ouzdo-a", "duration": "500ms", "fill": "forwards", "delay": "0ms", "keyframes": [ {"offset": 0, "transform": "translateY(calc(600px - 454px))", "opacity": "1"}, {"offset": 1, "transform": "translateY(0)", "opacity": "1"} ] }, { "selector": ".ojxak-a", "duration": "500ms", "fill": "forwards", "delay": "500ms", "keyframes": [ {"offset": 0, "transform": "translateY(calc(600px - 490px))", "opacity": "1"}, {"offset": 1, "transform": "translateY(0)", "opacity": "1"} ] }]

6. Rani Jhansi Marine Np

Located in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, it covers 256 km2 and features coral reefs, mangrove forests, and a fruit-eating bat. Photo: Twitter/ sanctuaryindia [{ "selector": ".qsmrq-a", "duration": "500ms", "fill": "forwards", "delay": "1000ms", "keyframes": [ {"offset": 0, "transform": "translateY(calc(600px - 439px))", "opacity": "60%"}, {"offset": 1, "transform": "translateY(0)", "opacity": "60%"} ] }, { "selector": ".bboai-a", "duration": "500ms", "fill": "forwards", "delay": "500ms", "keyframes": [ {"offset": 0, "transform": "translateY(calc(600px - 485px))", "opacity": "1"}, {"offset": 1, "transform": "translateY(0)", "opacity": "1"} ] }, { "selector": ".waxzc-a", "duration": "500ms", "fill": "forwards", "delay": "0ms", "keyframes": [ {"offset": 0, "transform": "translateY(calc(600px - 457px))", "opacity": "1"}, {"offset": 1, "transform": "translateY(0)", "opacity": "1"} ] }]

btw, why do we need them?

These parks play a crucial role in safeguarding marine life, and cultural heritage while keeping it for the public to enjoy. Photo: Twitter/ georgetgeorge [{ "selector": ".gjazc-a", "duration": "500ms", "fill": "forwards", "delay": "1000ms", "keyframes": [ {"offset": 0, "transform": "translateY(calc(600px - 439px))", "opacity": "60%"}, {"offset": 1, "transform": "translateY(0)", "opacity": "60%"} ] }, { "selector": ".iiwck-a", "duration": "500ms", "fill": "forwards", "delay": "0ms", "keyframes": [ {"offset": 0, "transform": "translateY(calc(600px - 457px))", "opacity": "1"}, {"offset": 1, "transform": "translateY(0)", "opacity": "1"} ] }, { "selector": ".skzom-a", "duration": "500ms", "fill": "forwards", "delay": "500ms", "keyframes": [ {"offset": 0, "transform": "translateY(calc(600px - 484px))", "opacity": "1"}, {"offset": 1, "transform": "translateY(0)", "opacity": "1"} ] }]

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