Current Affairs - State - Discussion

The Maharashtra State Wildlife Board officially declared DPS Flamingo Lake as a conservation reserve, marking a significant step in wildlife protection in urban India. This is the first time a wetland connected to the Thane Creek Flamingo Sanctuary has received formal protection. The lake plays a vital role in supporting flamingo populations by providing a crucial feeding and resting ground, especially during high tide periods when the main sanctuary becomes less suitable. By protecting this wetland, Maharashtra ensures the preservation of the region's broader ecological network, which is essential for sustaining the flamingo population and other species.