Archive · 28 Dec 2025
UP Governor Reviews Bird Conservation at Thol Sanctuary
The Governor of Uttar Pradesh, Anandiben Patel, visited the Thol Bird Sanctuary in Gujarat.
She saw many birds and talked to experts about the birds that come from far away places like Siberia and Russia.
She also walked around with officials and talked to people visiting the sanctuary.
The Governor planted trees as part of a campaign to protect the environment.
The sanctuary is very important for birds and has been recognized internationally for its role in protecting them.
Many different kinds of birds live there, and the Governor discussed ways to keep the sanctuary safe for them.
Uttar Pradesh Governor Anandiben Patel visited Thol Bird Sanctuary in Gujarat to review conservation efforts.
She observed birdwatching activities and received briefings on migratory birds from Siberia, Russia, Mongolia, Kazakhstan, and China.
Governor Patel interacted with tourists and discussed the importance of protecting natural habitats.
She held discussions with forest officials on future conservation initiatives and planted trees under the 'Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam' campaign.
Thol Bird Sanctuary, a Ramsar Site, is a vital habitat for 320 bird species, including 78 migratory species, and has 55,587 birds recorded in the latest census.
- Who
- Uttar Pradesh Governor Anandiben Patel, forest officials, local bird experts, tourists
- What
- Review of migratory bird conservation efforts and interaction with officials and visitors
- When
- Sunday (specific date not mentioned)
- Where
- Thol Bird Sanctuary, Mehsana district, Gujarat
- Why
- To review ecological significance, conservation measures, and biodiversity protection
- Location
- Thol Bird Sanctuary, Mehsana district, Gujarat
- Visitor
- Uttar Pradesh Governor Anandiben Patel
- Date
- Sunday (specific date not mentioned)
- Area
- 699 hectares (6.99 sq km)
- Bird Species
- 320 documented, 78 migratory
- Bird Census
- 55,587 birds recorded
- Ramsar Site
- Recognized on August 12, 2021