Current Affairs - State - Discussion

India’s first underwater museum and artificial coral reef is set to be established near Nivati Rocks at Vengurla in the Sindhudurg district of Maharashtra. The site will revolve around the decommissioned Indian Navy warship INS Guldar, which will serve as a centrepiece to promote both marine biodiversity and tourism. Supported by the central government, the project aims to attract eco-tourism through activities such as scuba diving and, in the future, submarine tours. The museum will not only contribute to marine conservation by fostering artificial reefs but will also open new avenues for sustainable tourism and environmental education.