Nagaland University study flags degrading water quality in Loktak Lake

Nagaland University research reveals alarming water quality degradation in rivers feeding Manipur's Loktak Lake, a vital Ramsar site. Land use changes, including agriculture and shifting cultivation, are polluting the ecosystem, threatening biodiversity and local livelihoods. Urgent community-based land management and sustainable practices are crucial for its restoration.

Nagaland University study flags degrading water quality in Loktak Lake
Nagaland University research reveals alarming water quality degradation in rivers feeding Manipur's Loktak Lake, a vital Ramsar site. Land use changes, including agriculture and shifting cultivation, are polluting the ecosystem, threatening biodiversity and local livelihoods. Urgent community-based land management and sustainable practices are crucial for its restoration.