Current Affairs - National - Discussion

With the designation of Siliserh Lake and Kopra Jalashay, India’s total number of Ramsar sites has increased to 96. These additions marked the 95th and 96th entries to the internationally recognised list of wetlands of importance. Siliserh Lake, a historic man-made freshwater body built in 1845 in Rajasthan, serves as a crucial water source, while Kopra Jalashay gained distinction as the first Ramsar site in Chhattisgarh. The expansion reflects India’s growing commitment to wetland conservation, biodiversity protection, and sustainable management of vital aquatic ecosystems across different regions.