Down To Earth | July 8, 2025
WASI has implemented several tree-planting initiatives along selected riparian sites to enhance habitat quality and ecosystem resilience. One notable effort is a 3-acre restoration project at Malligemaradahalla Lake, a unique swamp wetland at SFS that supports diverse aquatic species. However, the SFS, located downstream of multiple human settlements, faces persistent challenges from plastic waste and other debris, especially during the monsoon season.