Guwahati, Aug. 25 -- Close to Dibru-Saikhowa National Park, the scenic Maguri Motapung Beel in Upper Assam is being widely hailed as a wetland with vast eco-tourism potential.

Rich in biodiversity and famed for winter migratory birds, the beel could become a major draw for birdwatchers, nature lovers and rural enterprises.

But they need to be backed by the right infrastructure.

Assam cabinet minister Rupesh Gowala highlighted the site on Monday, posting a promotional video on X that shows a Doomdooma couple on a boat gliding past reeds, lilies and open water.

"We will come here every year. This place is very beautiful," said Nirala Choudhury, a retired teacher featured in the clip.

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