India, July 21 -- Chandigarh The Centre has officially confirmed that Sukhna wetland is among the four key sites whose proposals have been submitted to the Ramsar secretariat for designation as wetlands of international importance.

Ramsar sites are wetlands of international importance designated under the Ramsar Convention adopted in 1971 in Ramsar, Iran. These ecologically significant ecosystems play a crucial role in biodiversity conservation, water security, climate regulation, and supporting local livelihoods. India, with 100 Ramsar Sites as of 2026, has the highest number of Ramsar Sites in Asia.

The tag can help attract funding, scientific expertise and policy support for managing issues like siltation and biodiversity loss. It wo...