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4.5.10. National Wetlands Conservation Programme (NWCP)



Aim

NWCP was implemented in the year 1985-86.


Under the programme, 115 wetlands (Annexure) have been identified by the Ministry which require urgent conservation and management interventions.


Conservation of wetlands to prevent their further degradation and ensuring their wise use for the benefit of local communities and overall conservation of biodiversity.

Objectives


to lay down policy guidelines for conservation and management of wetlands in the country.

to provide financial assistance for undertaking intensive conservation measures in the identified wetlands.


to monitor implementation of the programme; and to prepare an inventory of Indian wetlands.


The Central Government is responsible for overall coordination of wetland conservation programmes and initiatives at the international and national levels. It also provides guidelines, financial & technical assistance to state govt.

Since the land resources belong to them, the State Gov-ernments/UT Administration are responsible for management of wetlands and implementation of the NWCP for ensuring their wise-use.