On 27 September 2025, India’s Cold Desert Biosphere Reserve in Himachal Pradesh was included in UNESCO’s World Network of Biosphere Reserves during the 37th Session of the ICC-MAB. With this, India now has 13 biosphere reserves in the global network, highlighting its commitment to biodiversity and sustainable development.
Additionally, India designated two new Ramsar sites in Bihar—Gokul Jalashay (Buxar, 448 ha) and Udaipur Jheel (West Champaran, 319 ha). This raised India’s total Ramsar sites to 93, covering 13.6 lakh hectares, strengthening wetland conservation and climate resilience.
