Odisha Case Study

Question 1

Odisha background

Answer 1

• one of the most dynamic coastlines in the world
• faces the Bay of Bengal
• experience floods and cyclones

Question 2

Why is the ICZM appropriate for Odisha

Answer 2

• integrated into local communities and and all areas considered
• take into account perspectives of different stakeholders
• provides sustainable solutions which are essential for long term economic growth and protection of environment

Question 3

Aims of ICZM

Answer 3

• protect coastal environment
• resolve environmental, economic and social conflicts
• achieve sustainable levels of economic and social development

Question 4

Successes of ICZM

Answer 4

• 45,000 fisher folks from 7510 families have been given financial support
• supports 600 self help groups in 80 fishing villages
• communities trained in planting mangroves and protecting them, 200 hectares has already been planted
• mangroves stabilise coastal environments and protect species such as crabs and fishes, they are cheap, cost effective and advance the line
• mangroves allow for growth of medicinal plants and commercial plants which can be sold for an income

Question 5

Risks vs Rewards of management

Answer 5

Risks:

• rates of erosion have increased through natural processes and human intervention
• 36.8% of coastline is eroding
• due to dense mangrove vegetation some areas experience levels of accretion 50% higher than elsewhere
• shoreline change is extremely dynamic

Rewards:

• 35% of coastline is laden with sediment minerals and heavy metal deposits
• there are opportunities for offshore oil, natural gas and seabed mining
• many people employed in fishing which would be affected
• tourism is important with wildlife sanctions being attractive