Shekha Jheel Declared Ramsar Site

  • On 21st April 2026, the Union Government announced that Shekha Jheel Bird Sanctuary in Aligarh, Uttar Pradesh had been designated as a Ramsar site under the Ramsar Convention.
  • With this addition, India’s total Ramsar sites have increased to 99.
  • Uttar Pradesh now has 12 Ramsar sites, among the highest in the country.
  • The designation is expected to boost biodiversity conservation, livelihoods, and water security.
  • Shekha Jheel is an important stopover on the Central Asian Flyway for migratory birds.
  • The recognition strengthens India’s progress towards reaching 100 Ramsar sites.
  • The move reflects India’s commitment to wetland conservation and ecosystem ....
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