01-05 December 2025
INCOIS, Hyderabad, India.
| Abstract Submission No. | ABS-08-0354 |
| Title of Abstract | Krishna Estuary Mangroves as Climate Buffers in the Bay of Bengal |
| Authors | Pavani Darapureddy* |
| Organisation | VIT-AP University |
| Address | VIT-AP University, Amaravati, Near Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh, India, Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh, India Pincode: 522241 E-mail: pavani.24phd7109@vitap.ac.in |
| Country | India |
| Presentation | Oral |
| Abstract | Marginal seas of the Indian Ocean, such as the Bay of Bengal, are ecological and socio-economic hotspots where terrestrial, freshwater, and marine processes converge. Estuarine mangroves within these seas act as blue carbon reservoirs, biodiversity hotspots, and natural coastal buffers. Yet, they face increasing pressures from climate change, cyclones, salinity intrusion, and unsustainable land-use. This study examines the Krishna estuarine mangroves of Andhra Pradesh as a representative case to link local ecosystem dynamics with broader marginal sea processes. The Krishna Wildlife Sanctuary (KWS) represents one of the largest estuarine mangrove ecosystems on India⿿s east coast, directly influencing Bay of Bengal carbon cycling. Land-use and land-cover (LULC) changes from 2014⿿2024 were analyzed using remote sensing and Geographic Information System (GIS). Soil and water samples were collected to measure salinity, pH, and dissolved oxygen, while laboratory analyses (Total Organic Carbon, FTIR, UV spectrophoto |
| Are you part of IIOE-2 endorsed project | no |
| Keywords | Keywords: Bay of Bengal, Blue carbon, Climate resilience, Krishna estuary, Mangroves |
| For Awards | yes |
| Date Of Birth | 13-11-1990 |
| ECSN Registration Number | IIOE2-ECSN-0179 |