Frequent sea incursions and accelerated coastal erosion pose a grave threat to our environment. Analyzing their impacts, propose some corrective measures.

Ministry of Earth Sciences report brought out that coastal erosion is taking place at the rate of 28 annually. This is supplemented by frequent sea incursions. Impact of these: (1) Reducing fertility of soil - due to salive unless ingestion. (2) Damage to coastal ecosystem - leacher sand dunes, erosion. (3) Pollution of groundwater - due to salinity. (4) Damage to mangroves, coral. Corrective measures: (1) Promoting blue-green infrastructure (Nidhi Shah Committee) - mangraves, sea grass. (2) Ensuring sustainable island development and regulate inspection of beaches. (3) Implementation of Coastal Regulatory Zone rules. (4) Desalination plant waste should be disposed properly. A collaborative approach based on participation of local communities can help ensure protection of the coastal ecosystem.