Gujarat Notifies Thol Lake Extension as Protected Eco-Zone.

Environment | Dated: 05 May 2026

To rigorously combat massive ecological degradation, the Gujarat government officially notified a heavily expansive 80 square kilometer extension to the Thol Lake Bird Sanctuary eco-zone. The newly protected region strictly prevents completely illegal real estate encroachments.

🎯 Key Highlights:

  • Thol Lake is one of the absolutely largest human-made freshwater wetlands in Gujarat.
  • It serves as a deeply vital breeding ground for entirely endangered resident bird species.
  • The declaration completely aligns with the central wetland protection objectives.

💡 Other Important Facts:

  • Sanctuary: Thol Lake.
  • State: Gujarat.
  • Focus: Wetland Protection.

📚 Test Your Knowledge:

Which major freshwater wetland was recently granted a massive sanctuary extension by the Gujarat government to protect resident birds?

Correct Answer: Thol Lake

🚀 Quick Recap:

About Thol Lake

  • Location - Mehsana, Gujarat
  • Status - Ramsar Wetland Site