Gogabeel Lake, located in the Katihar district of Bihar, has been officially designated a Ramsar site, gaining global recognition as a wetland of international importance. With this, India adds yet another name to its growing list of protected wetlands under the Ramsar Convention, strengthening its commitment to wetland conservation and biodiversity protection.
Situated in the trans-Gangetic plains, Gogabeel is a unique ox-bow lake—a naturally formed wetland created by the meandering course of rivers.
Geographical highlights,
This positioning in a riverine landscape makes Gogabeel a critical hydrological and ecological buffer zone.
Gogabeel serves as,
This makes the lake not just a local treasure but an international biodiversity hotspot deserving of protection and sustainable management.
Gogabeel is also a cultural landmark, embedded in the traditions of local communities who celebrate festivals like,
These rituals, often performed near or on the lake, underscore the spiritual connection between people and wetlands, supporting the Ramsar philosophy of “wise use”—a balance between conservation and human need.
The Ramsar Convention, signed in 1971 in Iran, is the world’s foremost international agreement focused on wetland conservation and sustainable use.
Its goals include,
India is a signatory to the Convention and now boasts over 80 Ramsar sites, with Gogabeel being the latest addition in 2025.
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