24Mar 2025
Okhla Bird Sanctuary Drained, Threatening Migratory Birds’ Survival
Why in the News ? The Uttar Pradesh irrigation department drained water from Okhla Bird Sanctuary for barrage gate repairs, leaving the wetland dry. This has disrupted migratory birds, forcing them to leave early or find alternative feeding grounds, sparking environmental concerns. Impact on Migratory Birds: Okhla Bird Sanctuary, an Important Bird Area (IBA) along …
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