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List of Environmentally Sensitive Places


Religious and historic places


Archaeological monuments/sites


Scenic areas


Hill resorts/mountains/ hills


Beach resorts


Health resorts


Coastal areas rich in corals, mangroves, breeding grounds of specific species


Estuaries rich in mangroves, breeding ground of specific species


Gulf areas


Biosphere reserves


National park and wildlife sanctuaries


Natural lakes, swamps Seismic zones tribal Settlements


Areas of scientific and geological interests


Defense installations, specially those of security importance and sensitive to pollution


Border areas (international)


Airport


Tiger reserves/elephant reserve/turtle nestling grounds


Habitat for migratory birds


Lakes, reservoirs, dams


Streams/rivers/estuary/seas


Railway lines


Highways

Urban agglomeration