Archive · 14 Dec 2025
Siliserh Lake and Kopra Reservoir Declared Ramsar Sites
Siliserh Lake in Rajasthan and Kopra Reservoir in Chhattisgarh have been named Ramsar sites, which are special places that protect wetlands.
This makes India have 96 such sites.
Siliserh Lake was built in 1845 to provide drinking water and is a beautiful place with many birds.
It is near a famous tiger reserve and has a historic palace turned into a hotel.
Kopra Reservoir helps with irrigation, flood control, and supports local plants and animals.
These recognitions help protect these important places and support the people who live nearby.
Siliserh Lake in Alwar, Rajasthan, and Kopra Reservoir in Bilaspur, Chhattisgarh, have been declared Ramsar sites, making India's total 96.
Siliserh Lake was constructed in 1845 by Maharaja Vinay Singh to provide drinking water to Alwar and is a crucial wetland ecosystem.
The Ramsar designation aims to conserve biodiversity, promote tourism, and ensure sustainable livelihoods for both sites.
Siliserh Lake is a popular tourist destination and a gateway to the Sariska Tiger Reserve, with over 100 bird species.
Kopra Reservoir plays a critical role in sustaining regional biodiversity, providing habitat for aquatic species, and supporting local communities.
- Who
- Convention on Wetlands, Union Minister Bhupendra Yadav, Maharaja Vinay Singh
- What
- Siliserh Lake and Kopra Reservoir declared Ramsar Sites
- When
- December 12, 2025
- Where
- Siliserh Lake: Alwar, Rajasthan, India; Kopra Reservoir: Bilaspur, Chhattisgarh, India
- Why
- To conserve biodiversity, promote tourism, and ensure sustainable livelihoods
- Location
- Siliserh Lake: Alwar, Rajasthan, India; Kopra Reservoir: Bilaspur, Chhattisgarh, India
- Year Constructed
- Siliserh Lake: 1845; Kopra Reservoir: Not specified
- Builder
- Siliserh Lake: Maharaja Vinay Singh; Kopra Reservoir: Not specified
- Ramsar Site Number
- 96th in India, 5th in Rajasthan (Siliserh Lake)
- Biodiversity
- Siliserh Lake: Over 100 bird species; Kopra Reservoir: Aquatic species, waterbirds, and surrounding flora and fauna
- Tourist Attraction
- Siliserh Lake: Gateway to Sariska Tiger Reserve; Kopra Reservoir: Not specified
- Nearby Palace
- Siliserh Lake: Lake Palace Hotel; Kopra Reservoir: Not specified
Sources
Historic Siliserh Lake In Rajasthan’s Alwar Declared Ramsar Site, India’s Wetland Count Rises To 96
Kopra Reservoir Becomes Chhattisgarh’s First Ramsar Site; Sai Hails Global Recognition of Water Body
