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Glaw Lake Designated Arunachal’s First Ramsar Wetland, India Reaches 101 Sites
✍️ DD India
🗓 03 Aug 2026, 11:33 PM
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Glaw Lake in Arunachal Pradesh has been declared India's first Ramsar wetland site in the state, bringing the national total of Ramsar sites to 101.
Glaw Lake, situated in the eastern Himalayan state of Arunachal Pradesh, has been officially recognized as a Ramsar wetland of international importance.
The designation, granted by the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, marks the first time a site in Arunachal Pradesh has achieved Ramsar status.
With this addition, India’s total number of Ramsar sites has risen to 101, reflecting the country’s expanding commitment to wetland conservation.
The lake’s diverse flora and fauna, including migratory birds and endemic aquatic species, underscore its ecological value.
Conservation authorities plan to strengthen protection measures and promote sustainable tourism around Glaw Lake to balance ecological preservation with local community benefits.
The designation, granted by the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, marks the first time a site in Arunachal Pradesh has achieved Ramsar status.
With this addition, India’s total number of Ramsar sites has risen to 101, reflecting the country’s expanding commitment to wetland conservation.
The lake’s diverse flora and fauna, including migratory birds and endemic aquatic species, underscore its ecological value.
Conservation authorities plan to strengthen protection measures and promote sustainable tourism around Glaw Lake to balance ecological preservation with local community benefits.