Puducherry CM Announces ₹1,433 Crore 'PY-SHORE' Project for Coastal Protection

Why in the News?

Puducherry Chief Minister **N. Rangasamy** announced a comprehensive **₹1,433 crore 'PY-SHORE' coastal protection project** during the **Puducherry Liberation Day** celebrations to mitigate coastal erosion and safeguard the marine environment.

Key Features / Major Points:

- Scope & Budget Allocation of PY-SHORE:

- **Total Outlay:** ₹1,433 crore (with ₹875 crore specifically earmarked for coastal management and protective structures).

- **Coverage:** Regions of Puducherry, Karaikal, Mahe, and Yanam.

- **Core Objectives:** Prevent coastal erosion, build protective structures, restore mangrove forests, protect groundwater from saline intrusion, and revitalize the coastal ecosystem.

- Puducherry Liberation Day Background:

- Puducherry was liberated from French colonial rule on **November 1, 1954**.

- November 1 is officially commemorated every year as Puducherry's Liberation Day.

Static GK Facts:

- Union Territory of Puducherry:

- Chief Minister: **N. Rangasamy** | Lieutenant Governor: **K. Kailashnathan**.

- Only Indian UT spread across 4 enclaves in 3 different states:

1. **Puducherry & Karaikal** – Enclosed by Tamil Nadu.

2. **Mahe** – Enclosed by Kerala (Arabian Sea coast).

3. **Yanam** – Enclosed by Andhra Pradesh (Bay of Bengal coast).

- Historical Milestones:

- **November 1, 1954:** *De facto* transfer of power from the French government to India.

- **August 16, 1962:** *De jure* transfer ratified by the French Parliament (observed as De Jure Transfer Day).

One-Liner Quiz (All Competitive Exams):

Q: What is the total financial allocation for the 'PY-SHORE' coastal protection project announced by the Puducherry government?

A: ₹1,433 Crore

Q: On which date did Puducherry gain liberation from French colonial rule?

A: November 1, 1954

Q: Which district of the UT of Puducherry is geographically located along the coast of Kerala?

A: Mahe

Q: Who is the current Lieutenant Governor of Puducherry?

A: K. Kailashnathan

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