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Wetland lies in waiting: Why Ramsar tag eludes Dhanauri

Dhanauri, a haven for nearly 217 bird species including the sarus crane, meets criteria for international wetland status but remains officially unrecognized. Despite Supreme Court directives for wetland protection and a Union ministry's push for Ramsar designation, bureaucratic delays and state inaction have stalled progress. Environmentalists fear real estate interests are hindering conservation efforts.

16 Apr 2026 11:01 am