Cabinet approves Deep Ocean Mission

Why in news ? Union Cabinet has approved ‘Deep Ocean Mission’ proposed by Ministry of Earth Sciences to conduct study on biodiversity, impact of climate change and to establish an offshore marine station in order to explore source of thermal energy. About: Mission will explore Deep Ocean for resources and help in development of deep-sea technologies for sustainable use of ocean resources. Mission will be completed in an estimated budget of Rs 4,077 crores in five-year period. It will be implemented in phases. First phase will be implemented during 2021-2024. Estimated cost for first phase for three years is Rs....Read More