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 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.
