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Lifestyle

Two retired aircraft were placed underwater near a Maldives island to create an unusual diving attraction; in 2026, conservation teams began adding coral fragments to help turn the wrecks into a reef

Reported by The Times Of India 22 Oct 2026, 10:27 am IST 1 min read

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Two decommissioned Dornier 228 aircraft are submerged near Kudagiri Island to create a diving attraction. Conservation teams are working to establish an artificial reef by attaching coral fragments to underwater frames. The project aims to combine marine tourism with aviation history while promoting coral growth.

Various organizations are collaborating to monitor the ecological impact of this initiative.

Read the full report on The Times Of India

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Section: Lifestyle
First reported by: The Times Of India
Reporter: toi science desk
Published: Thursday, 22 October 2026, 10:27 am IST
Coverage: One outlet so far

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