Seven Major Environmental Issues that is inviting disasters for the biodiversity of Sunderban Delta

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Feb 20, 2025, 11:29:00 PMFeb 20

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The Sundarbans region is prone to various environmental issues, including cyclones, storm surges, floods, salinity intrusion, shoreline erosion, sea-level rise, environmental pollution, deforestation, land degradation, loss of connectivity with upstream rivers, tidal asymmetry, waterlogging, eutrophication, and habitat destruction. The districts adjacent to the Sundarbans mangrove forest are prone to these issues, while the Sundarbans delta is vulnerable to frequent floods and erosion due to its low-lying islands and flat topography. Sea-level rise severely affects coastal regions, deltas, and estuaries, increasing vulnerability along exposed low-lying areas. Environmental pollution also affects coastal districts, with the Matla Estuary facing massive anthropogenic stressors such as heavy sedimentation, pollution, over-exploitation, and habitat degradation. The region's climatically vulnerable nature also contributes to waterlogging, eutrophication, and habitat destruction.