Current Affairs - Defence - Discussion

The Maharashtra Tourism Department plans to acquire the decommissioned naval warship INS Guldar and sink it off Sindhudurg near Nivati Rocks to create India’s first artificial reef. This project aims to promote adventure tourism, specifically scuba diving, by enhancing marine biodiversity. The artificial reef will provide a habitat for fish and marine species while attracting tourism revenue, similar to global examples like the USS Spiegel Grove in Florida. The ship will undergo complete decontamination before being sunk, ensuring a safe and environmentally responsible project.