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Thoothukudi pushes efforts for mangrove restoration after 2023 floods

These mangrove forests are commonly found along India's east coast, particularly in Tamil Nadu's Pichavaram, Muthupettai, and the Gulf of Mannar near Thoothukudi. According to sources, Mangrove growth is significant in areas like Thoothukudi, where the old backwaters, where the Thamirabarani River meets the Gulf of Mannar, are home to 14 hectares of these forests, known for their natural beauty and ecological significance.