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Glaw Lake Recognised as India's 101st Ramsar Wetland
✍️ visionias.in
🗓 04 Aug 2026, 11:29 PM
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Glaw Lake has been officially declared India's 101st Ramsar Site, marking a significant step in wetland conservation.
Glaw Lake has been officially designated as India's 101st Ramsar Site, underscoring the country's commitment to protecting vital wetland ecosystems.
The Ramsar Convention on Wetlands is an international treaty that recognises wetlands of international importance and promotes their conservation and wise use.
With this designation, Glaw Lake will receive enhanced protection and management, ensuring the preservation of its unique biodiversity and ecological functions.
The decision reflects growing awareness of the need to safeguard wetlands against threats such as pollution, encroachment and climate change.
The Ramsar Convention on Wetlands is an international treaty that recognises wetlands of international importance and promotes their conservation and wise use.
With this designation, Glaw Lake will receive enhanced protection and management, ensuring the preservation of its unique biodiversity and ecological functions.
The decision reflects growing awareness of the need to safeguard wetlands against threats such as pollution, encroachment and climate change.