Total ramsar sites in india 2022

New Ramsar Sites in India 2022:India has designated five new Ramsar sites, wetlands of international importance under the Ramsar Convention, also known as The Convention on Wetlands. The new Ramsar sites in India include three wetlands in Tamil Nadu, one in Mizoram and one in Madhya Pradesh. This takes the total number of Ramsar Sites in India to 54. Earlier, the number of Ramsar sites in India stood at 49. The emphasis PM Shri Delighted to inform that 5 more Indian wetlands have got Ramsar recognition as wetlands of international importance. — Bhupender Yadav (@byadavbjp) New Ramsar Sites in India 2022: Here are the 5 new Ramsar Sites in India 1. Karikili Bird Sanctuary: Karikili Bird Sanctuary is a 61.21-hectare protected area located in the Kancheepuram District of Tamil Nadu. The sanctuary is about 75 km from Chennai, south of Chengalpattu. 2. Pallikaranai Marsh Reserve Forest: Pallikaranai wetland is a freshwater marsh located in Chennai, Tamil Nadu. It is the only surviving wetland ecosystem of the city and among the few and last remaining natural wetlands of South India. 3. Pichavaram Mangrove: Pichavaram mangrove is located in a village near Chidambaram in Cuddalore District of Tamil Nadu. The mangrove is one of the largest mangrove forests in India, covering 1100 hectares. 4. Pala wetland: The Pala wetland is the largest natural wetland in Mizoram. The renowned landmark is surrounded by green woodlands and home to rich diversity of animal species including a range...

Ramsar Sites in India 2022:India has designated 10 more wetlands as Ramsar sites, taking the total tally of Ramsar Sites in India to 64. The Ramsar sites in India now cover a total area of 12,50,361 ha. The 10 new Ramsar sites in India include six in Tamil Nadu and one each in Goa, Odisha, Madhya Pradesh and Karnataka. India had earlier designated The designation of these sites as Ramsar sites will help in conservation and management of these wetlands of international importance under the Ramsar Convention, which is also known as The Convention on Wetlands. READ ALSO: Ramsar Sites in India 2022: Check 10 new Ramsar Sites S.No Name of wetland State Area (Ha) 1. Koonthankulam Bird Sanctuary Tamil Nadu 72.04 2. Gulf of Mannar Marine Biosphere Reserve Tamil Nadu 52671.88 3. Vembannur Wetland Complex Tamil Nadu 19.75 4. Vellode Bird Sanctuary Tamil Nadu 77.19 5. Vedanthangal Bird Sanctuary Tamil Nadu 40.35 6. Udhayamarthandapuram Bird Sanctuary Tamil Nadu 43.77 7. Satkosia Gorge Odisha 98196.72 8. Nanda Lake Goa 42.01 9. Ranganathituu BS Karnataka 517.70 10 Sirpur wetland Madhya Pradesh 161 Total area of 10 wetlands 1,51,842.41 TOTAL area of 64 Ramsar Sites in India (After designation of 10 more sites as above) 12,50,361 Ramsar Convention The Ramsar convention was established by UNESCO in Ramsar, Iran on February 2, 1971, and it came into force in 1975. India had signed the treaty on February 1, 1982. The Ramsar convention aims to provide for international cooperation and natio...

"The designation of these sites would help in conservation and management of wetlands and wise use of their resources," the Environment Ministry said in a statement. India is one of the contracting parties to the Ramsar Convention, signed in Ramsar, Iran, in 1971. New Delhi signed it on February 1, 1982. according to officials. Ramsar sites in India Koonthankulam Bird Sanctuary: A man-made wetland which covers an area of 72.04 hectares. Situated in Nanguneri Taluk of Tirunelveli district of Tamil Nadu, it is the largest reserve for breeding resident and migratory water birds in South India. Satkosia: This site spreads along the magnificent gorge over the river Mahanadi in Odisha. Established in 1976 as a wildlife sanctuary, Satkosia is the meeting point of two biogeographic regions of India: the Deccan Peninsula and the Eastern Ghats. Nanda Lake: Considered as critically significant for its ecosystem services and biodiversity values for the local communities and society at large. A majority of the area is intermittent freshwater marshes that lie adjacent to one of the major rivulets of the Zuari River. Gulf of Mannar Biosphere Reserve: This site is located in the southeastern coastline and is a unique marine environment rich in biodiversity. Notably, This is the first Marine Biosphere Reserve in South and South-East Asia. Ranganthittu bird sanctuary: Located in the Mandya district of Karnataka, it has been enlisted as one of the Important Bird Areas in Karnataka and India ...

What are Ramsar sites? Why wetlands are called ‘Ramsar sites’? What is the significance of being designated a Ramsar Site? Read further to know more. A wetland is a place where the land is covered by water. Marshes, ponds, the edge of a lake/ocean, the delta at the mouth of a river, low-lying areas that frequently flood — all of these are wetlands. Wetlands of international importance are also known as Ramsar sites. Table of Contents • • • • • • • • • • Why wetlands are called ‘Ramsar sites’? Ramsar is a city in Iran. In 1971, an international treaty for wetlands conservation and sustainable use was signed at Ramsar. The Convention’s mission is “ the conservation and wise use of all wetlands through local and national actions and international cooperation, as a contribution towards achieving sustainable development throughout the world”. More than 2300 wetlands of international importance! • Today, the Ramsar List is the world’s largest network of protected areas. • There are currently over 2,300 Ramsar Sites around the world. They cover over 2.5 million square kilometres, an area larger than Mexico. • The world’s first Site was the Cobourg Peninsula in Australia, designated in 1974. • The largest Sites are Ngiri-Tumba-Maindombe in the • The countries with the most Sites are the United Kingdom with 175 and Mexico with 142. • Bolivia has the most significant area with 148,000 km2 under Ramsar protection. Significance of being designated a Ramsar Site • These wetland areas a...