Vol. 11, Special Issue 11 (2022)

Author(s):
Satyaveer, NK Suyani, KB Rajanna, SS Rathore and Durgesh Kumar Verma

Abstract:
Wetland also known as “Jheelon” in Hindi language is one of the most important natural resources, contributing various economic and ecological benefits. As of August 2022, there are 75 Ramsar sites in India covering approximately 13.27 thousand sq km of land. The largest and smallest Ramsar site in India is Sundarban Wetland and Vembannur Wetland Complex respectively. Twenty-three Ramsar sites has been added to the list in the year 2022. Tamil Nadu is having the highest number of Ramsar sites in the country.