As of June 2025, how many Ramsar site are there in India?
91
Ramsar sites are wetlands of international importance designated under the Ramsar Convention on Wetlands, an intergovernmental treaty adopted in 1971 in the Iranian city of Ramsar, from which the convention takes its name.
India became a contracting party to the convention in 1982 and has since designated a steadily growing network of such sites across the country.
These wetlands are recognised for their ecological value, supporting rich biodiversity, migratory birds, fisheries and vital freshwater resources, and their wise use is promoted under the treaty.
India has expanded its list rapidly in recent years and ranks among the countries with the highest number of Ramsar sites in Asia, reflecting a strong push on wetland conservation.
As of June 2025, the total number of Ramsar sites in India stood at 91, so the figures 155, 79 and 123 do not match the correct count.
Hence, the number of Ramsar sites in India as of June 2025 was 91.
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