The discovery of Drawida vazhania underscores the critical role of soil biodiversity in ecosystem health. To protect these "ecosystem engineers" from habitat loss and chemicals, India must adopt agroecological farming and strictly enforce Gadgil Committee recommendations for Western Ghats conservation.
Click to View MoreWorld Soil Day, observed on 5 December, highlights soil’s vital role in sustaining food systems, climate stability, water regulation and biodiversity. With nearly one-third of global soils degraded and India facing significant land decline, the day underscores the need for scientific soil management, grassland restoration, and farmer-led stewardship. It serves as a reminder that soil is a living resource requiring urgent protection to secure livelihoods, ecological health and long-term sustainability.
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