Daily Current Affairs / Bihar gets two new Ramsar Sites
Category : State Published on: September 30 2025
Recently, Bihar has been recognized with two new Ramsar Sites as part of its natural heritage — Gokul Reservoir in Buxar district (448 hectares) and Udaipur Lake in West Champaran district (319 hectares). With their inclusion, the total number of Ramsar Sites in the state has increased to five. Gokul Reservoir is a floodplain wetland formed by the Ganga, supporting fisheries, irrigation, and agriculture for local communities, and is home to more than 50 bird species. Udaipur Lake, on the other hand, is a natural oxbow lake surrounded by the Udaipur Wildlife Sanctuary, hosting over 280 plant species and 35 migratory bird species. The main objectives behind including these wetlands in the Ramsar list are biodiversity conservation, sustainable use of water resources, flood control, and livelihood support for local communities. This step will also give a new boost to eco-tourism and environmental protection in Bihar.
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