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India's Manipur to Develop War Tourism Site

A group of Indian tourists pose for photographs in front of the Taj Mahal monument after it was reopened on Monday. AP
A group of Indian tourists pose for photographs in front of the Taj Mahal monument after it was reopened on Monday. AP
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India's Manipur to Develop War Tourism Site

A group of Indian tourists pose for photographs in front of the Taj Mahal monument after it was reopened on Monday. AP
A group of Indian tourists pose for photographs in front of the Taj Mahal monument after it was reopened on Monday. AP

Manipur is planning to develop war tourism in the state by preserving the historic Koirengei in Imphal, which is an old airfield in the northeast state.

According to The Times of India newspaper, the state government is working to acquire the airport from the Ministry of Defense so as to fulfill this war tourism plan.

According to Manipur Chief Minister N. Biren Singh, the state government is planning to relocate the units of the Mountain Division of the Indian army currently deployed in Koirengei airfield to another site.

This will then make way for the war tourism site that Manipur Tourism is planning to develop here, reported the newspaper

Manipur played a central role in this part of the world during World War II.

The British had built nine airfields in the state, all of which played some role in the war. The Imphal War Cemetery is already one of the most sought-after war tourism sites in the country.

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Saudi Northern Borders Witness Return of Diplotaxis

Photo by SPA
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Saudi Northern Borders Witness Return of Diplotaxis

Photo by SPA
Photo by SPA

The Saudi Northern Borders region, renowned for its diverse desert landscape, is witnessing the resurgence of the Diplotaxis, a vibrant yellow-flowered species that had become increasingly rare.
This resurgence is attributed to continuous conservation efforts, including the establishment of wildlife reserves and the implementation of stricter environmental protection laws, according to SPA.
Diplotaxis is an annual plant in the Northern Boreders region, typically reaching half a meter in height. Its hairy leaves, an adaptation to the harsh desert climate, help retain moisture. The plant thrives in gravelly soils and blooms in spring with fragrant yellow flowers.
Aman Environmental Association Board of Directors Chairman Nasser Al-Majlad told SPA that the early rainfall this year fostered the growth of numerous plant species, including Diplotaxis, which had been absent from the area for several years.
The Northern Borders region boasts a rich variety of plant life, including aromatic, seasonal, and annual species.

This diverse flora plays a crucial role in combating desertification, stabilizing soil, increasing biodiversity, and enhancing the region's environmental health. Moreover, it contributes to the region's tourism appeal.