Wetlands, crucial ecosystems bridging land and water, play a fundamental role in supporting biodiversity, regulating climate, and providing vital services to humanity.
The Wetlands (Conservation and Management) Rules, 2017, have been formally established by the Ministry of Environment, Forests, and Climate Change (MoEF&CC) in alignment with the provisions outlined in the Environment (Protection) Act, 1986.
Wetlands encompass areas characterized by marsh or peatland, featuring water that is either static or flowing, ranging from fresh and brackish to saline.