Kerala High Court Orders Restoration of Mangroves in Kunhimangalam Village

The Kerala High Court dismissed a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) seeking action against the illegal destruction of mangrove forests in Kunhimangalam Village, Kannur, but issued directions to restore the area.

The Court instructed the Central and State governments and local authorities to work together to clear waste dumped in the protected zone and to restore the mangrove forest by replanting saplings within three months.

The Court also ordered the State to set up a permanent monitoring system by forming a survey team to prevent illegal activities in the area.

The Court emphasised the ecological importance of mangroves in protecting biodiversity.

[PP Rajan v State of Kerala & Ors.]