Gujarat’s Chhari-Dhandh on global Ramsar Map
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Why in news
Gujarat's Chhari-Dhandh Wetland Conservation Reserve was designated as a Ramsar Site on January 31, 2026, recognizing its unique desert wetland character and biodiversity.
Background
The Chhari-Dhandh Wetland Conservation Reserve in Gujarat was officially designated as a Ramsar Site on January 31, 2026. It serves as a critical habitat for migratory birds along the Central Asian Flyway and hosts the globally significant Grey Hypocolius.
Facts for Prelims
- PlaceChhari-Dhandh Wetland Conservation Reserve is located in Gujarat
- FactDesignation as a Ramsar Site occurred on January 31, 2026
- EnvironmentThe reserve is a key habitat for the Grey Hypocolius
- FactThe wetland is situated along the Central Asian Flyway
For Mains
Q. Discuss the significance of the Ramsar Convention in preserving unique desert wetlands and their role in maintaining migratory bird flyways in India.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Ecological connectivity: Importance of desert wetlands as stopover points for the Central Asian Flyway
- Conservation policy: Balancing local land use with international wetland conservation standards
Keywords: Biodiversity conservation · Wetland management · Migratory flyways · Ramsar Convention · Ecological corridors
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