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439. Once the management guidelines have been developed, DSAM CCC should take
appropriate action to implement the management guidelines. It is also suggested that DSAM
CCC should ask for quarterly reports from Divisional Secretaries regarding issues of permits
and actions taken.
3. Develop management guidelines for micro saltern
440. Micro saltern is another important micro enterprise in the buffer zone areas of TB
SAM at Kinniya. Field studies revealed that there are more than 20 micro salterns and the
production process is very basic and lacking health and environmental protection standards.
The intrusion of salt water to inland areas could increase the soil salinity. Low quality salt
also makes the industry vulnerable. Hence it is better to develop management guidelines for
the micro saltern industry to ensure the sustainability of the industry and further develop and
ensure the sustainable livelihoods of the more than hundred families who are dependent on
this industry.
441. It is proposed that DSAM CCC will appoint a suitable committee to develop
management guidelines and ensure the correct application of these guidelines. Divisional
Secretary should act on the DSAM CCC approved guidelines and should regularise the
saltern operations.
4. Control of Illegal extraction of timber and fuel woods from coastal
habitats
442. Field studies revealed that a large area of mangrove in Thampalagamam bay has
been cut by people from Kinniya and transported to Kinniya. These illegal extractions are for
commercial purposes and are a highly significant environmental issue. This illegal activity
therefore needs to be addressed.
443. Line agencies such as FD, CCD, Divisional Secretaries, Police, Security Forces,
particularly Navy, should all be involved in the management process. DSAM CCC should act
as facilitator and co-ordinator of management initiatives and monitor the effectiveness of the
management.
444. Cutting of mangroves was also observed in other mangrove habitats but the level of
extraction is low. However it is necessary to stop the extraction of mangroves completely
through proper law enforcement.
5. Habitat enrichment program
445. Field studies revealed that coastal habitats have degraded during the last few
decades due to civil unrest. Most state agencies that are responsible for natural resources
management could not operate in an appropriate manner during this period. The result of this
lack of management was the illegal felling of trees, filling of coastal wetlands and
encroachment.
446. With the improving security situation, relevant agencies could act more effectively to
stop illegal activities. Field studies revealed that habitat enrichment/restoration programmes
are necessary for the mangrove habitats in Thampalagamam bay. It is also necessary to
conduct habitat enrichment program in Kaddaiparichchan lagoon. Hence it is proposed that
the priority should be to undertake a basic survey to identify suitable sites and implement
habitat enrichment/restoration programmes. DSAM CCC could implement this program with
local communities and FD could provide technical assistance.