Light pollution is the excessive or inappropriate use of outdoor artificial light. It disrupts ecosystems, affects human health by interfering with sleep-regulating hormones like melatonin, and obscures our view of the stars and the Milky Way.
Click to View MoreTamil Nadu established its first Dark Sky Park in Kolli Hills’ Ariyur Shola Reserve Forest to curb light pollution, protect nocturnal biodiversity, and promote astro-tourism. Inspired by Hanle, Ladakh, it combines conservation, research, and community livelihoods, highlighting the need for a national policy to preserve natural night skies.
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