Current Affairs - National - Discussion

Gogabeel Lake, located in the Katihar district of Bihar, has been designated as India’s newest Ramsar site, earning international recognition for its ecological and cultural significance. This ox-bow lake, formed by the meandering of rivers in the trans-Gangetic plains, is flanked by the Mahananda River in the northeast and the Ganga in the south. It supports diverse flora and fauna, serving as a vital wintering ground for migratory birds and home to species like the Smooth-Coated Otter and Helicopter Catfish. Additionally, its community involvement and cultural importance highlight the Ramsar Convention’s principle of “wise use” of wetlands.