Jammu's Gharana Wetland to be developed into a bird sanctuary
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Jammu's Gharana Wetland to be developed into a bird sanctuary

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01-19-2023
 
Soon, Gharana Wetland will be added as a tourist attraction in the Jammu region. Preparations are underway to develop the site into a bird sanctuary, complete with all facilities and services for visitors. The Gharana Wetland is located approximately 35 km from Jammu. At present, authorities are working towards a sustainable development of the wetland reserve.
 
According to reports, the plan is to turn this wetland reserve into one of Jammu’s most popular tourist attractions. At present, the Gharana Wetlands is one of the most important habitats for the resident as well as migratory birds. So it is imperative to not disturb the wetland. The development of the wetland will be aimed at making the wetland accessible in a sustainable manner.
 
Gharana Wetland is home to approximately 65 species of resident as well as migratory birds. Some of the birds that flock here are bar-headed geese, gadwals, Northern pintails, Northern shovelers, white-breasted ibis, Eurasian wigeon to name a few.
 
By developing the site as a tourist attraction, Gharana will have a proper approach road, visitor parking area, and chain-link fences. All these, while making sure that the natural habitat of the birds is not disturbed.
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