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'Operation Olivia' Helps Protect 6.98 Lakh Olive Ridley Turtles In Odisha
- In February 2025, the Indian Coast Guard's Operation Olivia protected a record 6.98 lakh Olive Ridley turtles nesting at Odisha's Rushikulya river mouth.
- Operation Olivia runs annually from November to May to secure safe nesting grounds along Odisha's coast, responding to threats like illegal fishing and habitat disruption.
- Since its launch, the mission has conducted more than five thousand surface patrols along with nearly eighteen hundred flights for aerial monitoring, engaged with local communities, advocated for the use of turtle excluder devices, and collaborated with NGOs to promote marine conservation.
- Officials reported that the Indian Coast Guard apprehended 366 vessels engaged in unauthorized fishing activities, which greatly contributed to minimizing threats to turtle habitats and promoting sustainable fishing methods.
- This record nesting highlights the effectiveness of ICG's sustained conservation efforts and underlines the need for continued protection of Olive Ridley populations.
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'Operation Olivia' Helps Protect 6.98 Lakh Olive Ridley Turtles In Odisha
In a major boost to marine conservation, the Indian Coast Guard's (ICG) annual mission 'Operation Olivia' helped protect a record of over 6.98 lakh Olive Ridley turtles nested at the Rushikulya river mouth in Odisha during February 2025.
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ICG protects over 6.98 lakh Olive Ridley Turtles along Odisha coastline
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Operation Olivia: Over 6.98 Lakh Olive Ridley Turtles Safeguarded in Odisha
In a remarkable achievement for marine conservation, the Indian Coast Guard’s (ICG) annual mission, Operation Olivia, has safeguarded over 6.98 lakh Olive Ridley turtles during their nesting season at the Rushikulya river mouth in Odisha. The operation, conducted from November to May, plays a crucial role in protecting the endangered species by patrolling the coastline, […] The post Operation Olivia: Over 6.98 Lakh Olive Ridley Turtles Safeguard…
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