Arulagam’s Sand Dunes Restoration project and Neithal Nursery project in Rameswaram has been featured in a booklet “Community-Led Biodiversity Restoration in Coastal India: Local Actions Creating Global Impact” released on the occasion of the International Day for Biological Diversity 2026 under GEF-SGP India OP7. Read the full booklet – https://teriin.org/files/Community-Led-Biodiversity-Booklet.pdf
The section highlights Arulagam’s work on raising over 70,000 native saplings for planting. biodiversity outcomes from the project are –
?Around 53.1 hectares of sand dune ecosystems restored
?Native coastal vegetation re-established
?Improved coastal ecosystem stability and biodiversity
?Enhanced protection against erosion and saline intrusion.
Livelihood and Social Outcomes
?More than 4,000 households indirectly benefited;
?Women and youth gained livelihood opportunities through nursery and restoration activities;
? Increased awareness regarding coastal ecosystem conservation.
The booklet highlights the commendable work carried out by all SGP partners in Coastal India.
