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Tamil Nadu Declares Point Calimere Extension as New Ramsar Site.

Environment | Dated: 17 Apr 2026

To rigorously expand coastal wetland preservation, the Indian government officially announced the massive extension of the Point Calimere Wildlife Sanctuary in Tamil Nadu as a globally recognized Ramsar site. The zone strictly protects endangered flamingos.

🎯 Key Highlights:

  • The newly protected zone spans completely across 150 square kilometers of salt pans.
  • It serves as an absolutely vital wintering ground for Central Asian migratory birds.
  • Commercial salt mining is severely restricted within this core wetland area.

💡 Other Important Facts:

  • Sanctuary: Point Calimere.
  • State: Tamil Nadu.
  • Status: Ramsar Site.

📚 Test Your Knowledge:

Which famous wildlife sanctuary extension in Tamil Nadu was recently officially designated as a globally recognized Ramsar wetland site?

Correct Answer: Point Calimere

🚀 Quick Recap:

About Ramsar Convention

  • Signed - 1971
  • Objective - Global conservation of wetlands