Odisha, March 25 -- Wetlands play a crucial role in maintaining many natural cycles and support a wide range of biodiversity. They serve as natural buffer against flooding and droughts. Besides, wetlands protect our coastlines and help fight climate change.

Wetlands are important features in the landscape benefitting human beings, aquatic life and wildlife.

What is Ramsar Site?

A Ramsar site is a wetland designated to be of international importance under Ramsar Convention, an intergovernmental environmental treaty established by the UNESCO in 1971. The treaty came into force in 1975.

The primary goal of Ramsar tag is to conserve a wetland for sustainable use. Countries that are parties to Ramsar Convention can nominate wetland sites w...