Tamil Nadu: Large number of flamingos spotted in Thoothukudi salt pans along eastern coastal areas

September 29, 2026 10:39 AM

Tamil Nadu: Large number of flamingos spotted in Thoothukudi salt pans along eastern coastal areas

A large flamboyance of flamingos was spotted in salt pans along the eastern coastal areas of Tamil Nadu's Thoothukudi district. The flamingos have been gathering in the shallow water bodies formed in the salt pans, creating a striking sight along the coastal landscape. The presence of the birds highlights the ecological importance of the region's coastal wetlands and salt pans, which provide suitable habitats for migratory birds. The flamingos have begun visiting the region in conjunction wit...

Tamil Nadu: Large flocks of migratory flamingos spotted in Thoothukudi salt pans; experts stress habitat protection

June 11, 2026 2:37 PM

Tamil Nadu: Large flocks of migratory flamingos spotted in Thoothukudi salt pans; experts stress habitat protection

Large flocks of migratory flamingos have been spotted inhabiting the salt pans region of Thoothukudi in Tamil Nadu, drawing attention to the ecological significance of the coastal habitat and the need for stronger conservation measures during the migration season. The arrival of the birds has transformed the salt pans into a vibrant spectacle, attracting bird enthusiasts and nature lovers. Experts say the region serves as an important feeding and resting ground for migratory flamingos that trav...

India signs landmark MoU for first mega greenfield shipyard in Thoothukudi under Maritime Vision 2047

May 14, 2026 2:14 PM

India signs landmark MoU for first mega greenfield shipyard in Thoothukudi under Maritime Vision 2047

India’s maritime sector received a major boost with the signing of a landmark tripartite Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for the development of the country’s first mega greenfield shipyard at Thoothukudi in Tamil Nadu. The agreement was signed on April 20, between HD Korea Shipbuilding & Offshore Engineering (HD KSOE), National Shipbuilding & Heavy Industries Park, Tamil Nadu Limited (NSHIP-TN), and Sagarmala Finance Corporation Limited (SMFCL) under the Ministry of Ports, Shippin...

Heavy rainfall creates temporary bird habitat in Thoothukudi salt pans

December 18, 2025 3:43 PM

Heavy rainfall creates temporary bird habitat in Thoothukudi salt pans

Weeks of heavy rainfall have led to large-scale accumulation of water in salt pans located in the suburban areas of Thoothukudi, transforming landscapes once used exclusively for salt production into temporary water bodies. The unusual conditions have created a favourable habitat for a wide variety of water birds. The inundated salt pans have seen a sharp rise in small fish, insects and other aquatic organisms, drawing birds in large numbers to feed — a sight that is otherwise rare in these a...