New Ramsar Sites Latest News
Recently, the union Minister for Environment, Forest and Climate Change has announced the addition of two new wetlands to India’s Ramsar network, ahead of World Wetlands Day.
About New Ramsar Sites
Patna Bird Sanctuary
- Location: It is located in the state of Uttar Pradesh.
- It consists of freshwater marshes, woodlands and grasslands, and is surrounded by agricultural landscapes.
- Together, these different landscapes create a wide range of habitats and support a high level of biodiversity.
- It has been designated an Important Bird and Biodiversity Area (IBA) by Birdlife International.
- Flora and Fauna: It consists of 178 bird species and 252 plant species.
About Chhari-Dhand Wetland
- Location: It is located in Kutch, Gujarat.
- It is a seasonal saline wetland situated between the famous Banni grasslands and salt flats of Kutch.
- It is an important wintering site for waterfowl.
- Fauna: It supports species such as critically endangered sociable lapwing, the vulnerable common pochard, and, notably, common cranes (Grus grus) annually.
Source: PIB
Last updated on August, 2026
→ UPSC Mains 2026 commenced on 21st August 2026 and will continue through 30th August 2026, as per the official examination schedule.
→ UPSC Mains Question Paper 2026 is out now for Essay & GS Paper 1, 2, 3 & 4.
→ UPSC Mains GS Paper 1 2026 is out now.
→ UPSC Mains GS Paper 2 2026 is out now.
→ UPSC Mains GS Paper 3 2026 is out now.
→ UPSC Mains GS Paper 4 2026 is out now.
→ Check out the latest UPSC Syllabus 2026 here.
→ UPSC Mains Admit Card 2026 is now out.
→ Enroll in Vajiram & Ravi’s UPSC Mains Test Series 2027 for structured answer writing practice, expert evaluation, and exam-oriented feedback.
→ Join Vajiram & Ravi’s UPSC Mentorship Program 2027 for personalized guidance, strategy planning, and one-to-one support from experienced mentors.
→ Go through the UPSC Mains Previous Year Papers to enhance your preparation.
→ Download UPSC Mains Essay Paper 2025, UPSC Mains GS Paper-I 2025, UPSC Mains GS Paper-II 2025, UPSC Mains GS Paper-III 2025, UPSC Mains GS Paper-IV 2025, UPSC Mains English (Compulsory) Paper 2025, UPSC Mains Hindi (Qualifying) Paper 2025 here.
→ UPSC has released UPSC Toppers List 2025 with the Civil Services final result on its official website.
→ UPSC Calendar 2027 has been released.
→ Also check Best UPSC Coaching in India
New Ramsar Sites FAQs
Q1. In which state is the Patna Bird Sanctuary located?+
Q2. What is one of the key criteria for a site to be designated as an IBA?+
Tags: new ramsar sites prelims pointers upsc current affairs upsc prelims current affairs
