Explanation: Ranganathittu Bird Sanctuary in Srirangapatna, Karnataka, has been declared as the Ramsar site, signifying its status as a wetland of global importance.

The bird sanctuary joined nine other wetlands in India that have been designated as Ramsar sites.

This is the first time a wetland in Karnataka has been designated as Ramsar site.

Source: https://indianexpress.com/article/cities/bangalore/karnatakas-ranganathittu-bird-sanctuary-declared-a-ramsar-site-8070439/