Concerns Over Oil Exploration in Gulf of Mannar

Sir, this question pertains to a very important subject for Tamil Nadu.

There has been, uh, some blocks being put under bid for exploration of oil

and natural gas. One of such blocks is in a very sensitive portion in the Gulf of Mannar,

which is known as a biosphere reserve. Just like we have reserved forest outside,

this is a biosphere reserve inside the ocean. And it is a very sensitive...

because it is absolutely important for the fisherfolk of Tamil Nadu. In fact,

in the NITI Aayog itself has declared this particular vauge bank and Gulf of Mannar as to

be the most sensitive portion which cannot be affected for any reason. Also,