Gujarat Notifies Nalsarovar Eco-Zone Extension as Protected Green Belt.

Environment | Dated: 11 May 2026

To rigorously combat massive ecological degradation, the Gujarat government officially notified a heavily expansive 50 square kilometer extension to the Nalsarovar Bird Sanctuary eco-zone. The newly protected region strictly prevents completely illegal industrial encroachments.

🎯 Key Highlights:

  • Nalsarovar is one of the absolutely largest migratory bird habitats in Western India.
  • It serves as a deeply vital breeding ground for entirely endangered flamingo species.
  • The declaration completely aligns with the central wetland protection objectives.

💡 Other Important Facts:

  • Sanctuary: Nalsarovar.
  • State: Gujarat.
  • Focus: Green Belt Protection.

📚 Test Your Knowledge:

Which major bird sanctuary eco-zone was recently granted a massive green belt extension by the Gujarat government to prevent industrial encroachments?

Correct Answer: Nalsarovar

🚀 Quick Recap:

About Nalsarovar Bird Sanctuary

  • Location - Sanand, Gujarat
  • Status - Ramsar Wetland Site