World Wetlands Day: BNHS Flags Crucial Role Of MMR Wetlands In Protecting Mumbai From Climate Extremes
Published on: Feb. 2, 2026, 7:34 p.m. | Source: Free Press Journal
On World Wetlands Day, BNHS Director Kishor Rithe said wetlands in the Mumbai Metropolitan Region protect the city from high tides and extreme weather while supporting biodiversity. Speaking at an awareness event in Nerul, experts warned about mangrove loss due to urbanisation and urged students to join conservation efforts through community action and environmental advocacy.
