A study conducted in Keoladeo National Park reveals wetland conservation is crucial for climate adaptation and resilience, highlighting teal carbon's significance.| Web story

India has lost 30% of its wetlands in 30 years due to urbanization, pollution, & agriculture. Urban areas like Chennai and Mumbai saw massive declines. Wetlands support biodiversity & ecosystem services, prompting calls for stronger conservation efforts.

Wetlands encroached in UP; The encroachment of waterbodies in India is a significant concern as it has far-reaching environmental

A recent study published in the journal Nature Climate Change has found that rising temperatures and increased precipitation are the main factors responsible for the increase in methane emissions from wetlands.

Wetlands are areas that remain in flooded conditions or with soil saturated with water for considerable periods of time.

There are three Ramsar sites in three out of the eight states in the northeast of India. These include Deepor Beel in Assam, Loktak Lake in Manipur, and Rudrasagar Lake in Tripura.