Shekha Jheel in Uttar Pradesh becomes India's 99th Ramsar Site

Shekha Jheel Bird Sanctuary located in Aligarh, Uttar Pradesh has been designated as India's 99th Ramsar Site. This is a major step in India's wetland conservation efforts.

Key points to remember:

• Site Name: Shekha Jheel Bird Sanctuary
• Location: Aligarh, Uttar Pradesh
• Designation: India's 99th Ramsar Site
• Ramsar Convention: International treaty for conservation of wetlands
• Ramsar Convention signed in: 1971 in Ramsar, Iran
• India joined Ramsar Convention in: 1982
• Significance: Important habitat for migratory birds
• Relevant Ministry: Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC)