Environment and Forest Minister Bhupender Yadav announces the designation of Glaw Lake in Arunachal Pradesh as India's 101st Ramsar site, marking a significant milestone in wetland conservation. The pristine freshwater lake, located within the Kamlang Tiger Reserve and Wildlife Sanctuary in the Eastern Himalayas, is a biodiversity hotspot.
Environment and Forest Minister Bhupender Yadav has announced the designation of Glaw Lake in Arunachal Pradesh as India’s 101st Ramsar Site. This pristine freshwater lake, located within the Kamlang Tiger Reserve and Wildlife Sanctuary in the Eastern Himalayas, is a biodiversity hotspot with over 150 tree species and 49 orchid species recorded within the site and its catchment. According to the Minister, Glaw Lake is surrounded by lush vegetation. The Minister further stated that this development is an important step for biodiversity conservation, water and climate security, and sustainable livelihoods. He emphasized that India has emerged as a global leader in wetland conservation, with the number of Ramsar Sites increasing from 26 in 2014 to 101 today. Mr Yadav noted that every new Ramsar Site strengthens the Government’s resolve to protect nature while securing the future of communities that depend on these invaluable ecosystems.
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Akashvani News
