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With over 1.4 billion inhabitants, India is the most populous country in the world according to the Human Development Report 2021/2022. Major challenges are overpopulation as well as cyclones, tsunamis and other natural disasters. Unemployment, poverty and hunger are the consequences. Women and indigenous populations are particularly affected due to exclusion.
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Strengthening resilience through reforestation and promoting sustainable livelihoods
The Sundarban Islands on the Bay of Bengal are home to the world's largest mangrove area and contribute significantly to carbon sequestration and biodiversity in the Indian Ocean. Mangrove forests protect the coastal areas and hinterland from floods, storm surges and cyclones. The livelihood of the...
Adaptation to climate change in the Sundarban Islands
The Sundarban Islands are located in the Ganges Delta in the Indian state of West Bengal. Due to rising sea levels, they are particularly affected by the effects of climate change. The aim of the project is to protect the ecosystem and the livelihood of the local population. Together, long-term...Country reports
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