India has lost over 1,500 sq km of land to ‘catastrophic’ soil erosion

Category : Environment Conservation | Location : National  | Posted on 2024-04-10 03:34:33

A new study has revealed a worrying trend for India’s soil health. Nearly 30 per cent of the country’s landmass is experiencing “minor” soil erosion, while a critical 3 per cent faces “catastrophic” topsoil loss, according to the research. 

Source: https://www.downtoearth.org.in/news/environment/india-has-lost-over-1-500-sq-km-of-land-to-catastrophic-soil-erosion-95486