Chennai

The symposium witnessed the proactive participation of over 30 groups and 50 individuals - environmental groups, institutions and NGOs, state authorities and concerned nodal departments, fishery forums, unions and associations, film-makers and environmental enthusiasts. Presentations were made on the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Orissa, the Sunderbans and the Central Empowered Committee's directives regarding Orissa and the Olive Ridleys and Lacunae in the (Wildlife Protection) Act. The symposium provided a platform to deliberate on the Sethu Samudram Canal Project. The international experiences of Greenpeace with respect to Marine Reserves were shared on this platform.  

Public Outreach - Various programmes were conducted such as photographic exhibitions, film shows and focused and interactive discussions to introduce the wonders of the marine world to interested citizens and students. The ship's open days elicited an overwhelming response with more than 2500 people visiting the ship. The warrior provided a platform for other groups to profile their organizations and participate in the ongoing programmes.