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08 January, 2024
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Recently, the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change has submitted three nominations from India for Wetland City Accreditation (WCA) of Indore (Madhya Pradesh), Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh) & Udaipur (Rajasthan) under the Ramsar Convention on Wetlands.
WCA – A voluntary scheme that recognizes cities which have taken exceptional steps to safeguard their urban wetlands.
Establishment – During the Ramsar Convention COP12, 2015.
Objectives – To recognize the importance of wetlands in urban and peri-urban environments and to take appropriate measures to conserve and protect these wetlands.
Significance – Cities can gain international recognition and positive branding opportunities for their efforts and provides sustainable socio-economic benefits for local populations.
It will generate public awareness about wetland conservation and also help in implementation of Amrit Dharohar in India which aims to foster sustainable ecosystem development with the help of local communities.
About Wetland City Accreditation:
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Indore |
Bhopal |
Udaipur |
Location |
Madhya Pradesh |
Bihar |
Rajasthan |
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Sirpur Lake, a bird sanctuary |
Bhoj Wetland with Jal Tarang (wetland interpretation centre) |
5 wetlands –Pichola |
Efforts & Recognitions |
-Wetland mitras for Sarus Crane. -Cleanest city in India. -India’s Smart City Award 2023. |
-Wetland mitras for Sarus Crane. -Draft City Development Plan 2031 |
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6 Criteria for getting WEA
Source: pib
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