The Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve, India's first UNESCO site spanning Tamil Nadu, Kerala, and Karnataka, is facing a severe ecological crisis. A recent study reveals a 1 degree Celsius temperature rise and a significant decrease in monsoon rainfall since 1951. Human encroachment, expanding tea plantations, and urbanization are destroying natural habitats, leading to increased human-wildlife conflicts. Experts warn that the unique biodiversity, including the Nilgiri Tahr and Kurinji flowers, is under threat, requiring urgent government intervention to stabilize this vital ecosystem. https://sambad.in/india-and-beyond/indias-blue-mountains-in-danger-12005991 #creator program