DPS Flamingo Lake Declared Conservation Reserve, Marking Major Win for Navi Mumbai’s Wetlands
In a landmark decision for urban wildlife conservation the Maharashtra State Wildlife Board has declared DPS Flamingo Lake as a conservation reserve This move signals the state government s renewed commitment to environmental protection and offers a glimmer of hope for the conservation of Navi Mumbai s ecologically sensitive wetlands As pressures of urbanisation mount the decision stands as a crucial step towards preserving the region s fragile biodiversity and maintaining its ecological balance A Haven for FlamingosDPS Flamingo Lake a -acre wetland habitat is a critical resting and feeding ground for the region's iconic flamingo populations These majestic birds migrate seasonally within the greater Mumbai metropolitan region relying on the lake's unique ecosystem for survival The lake's designation as a conservation reserve ensures the long-term protection of this vital habitat safeguarding the future of these magnificent creatures The declaration of DPS Flamingo Lake as a conservation reserve sets an