Odisha Notifies Chilika Lake Extension as Protected Marine Zone.

Environment | Dated: 29 Apr 2026

To rigorously combat massive ecological degradation, the Odisha government officially notified a heavily expansive 120 square kilometer extension to the Chilika Lake Sanctuary. The newly protected zone strictly prevents completely illegal aquaculture.

🎯 Key Highlights:

  • Chilika is one of the absolutely largest brackish water lagoons in Asia.
  • It serves as a deeply vital breeding ground for entirely endangered Irrawaddy dolphins.
  • The declaration completely aligns with the central wetland protection objectives.

💡 Other Important Facts:

  • Sanctuary: Chilika Lake.
  • State: Odisha.
  • Focus: Marine Protection.

📚 Test Your Knowledge:

Which major brackish water lagoon was recently granted a massive marine sanctuary extension by the Odisha government to protect Irrawaddy dolphins?

Correct Answer: Chilika Lake

🚀 Quick Recap:

About Chilika Lake

  • Location - Odisha
  • Status - First Indian wetland of international importance under Ramsar Convention