Youth soar at Wular Bird Festival
Bandipora, February 13,2026- The Wular Bird Festival concluded on a high note with vibrant participation from students, young artists, bird enthusiasts and conservationists, reinforcing the importance of wetland protection and biodiversity conservation in north Kashmir. Organised around the iconic Wular Lake, one of Asia’s largest freshwater lakes, the festival served as a dynamic platform to […]
Wings over winter: Kashmir’s wetlands sing with migrants
Srinagar, November 7, 2025 – As the first chill of winter sweeps through the Kashmir Valley, its pristine wetlands are transforming into a symphony of wings and calls, welcoming thousands of migratory birds fleeing the icy grip of distant lands. From the reed-fringed shores of Hokersar to the vast expanse of Wular Lake, these avian travelers – journeying thousands of […]
3,000 runners race for Wular’s future at Half Marathon 2.0
Bandipora, October 13, 2025 – The serene shores of Wular Lake, Asia’s second-largest freshwater body, echoed with the rhythmic footsteps of over 3,000 runners from across India as the Border Security Force (BSF) hosted the vibrant Wular Half Marathon 2.0 in Bandipora district. Flagged off under the inspiring theme “Save Wular, Run with Bordermen,” the event […]
“Save Wular Run with Borderman” Marathon 2.0 to be held in Srinagar on october 12
Kashmir , 27 September 2025- Srinagar is set to host the “Save Wular Run with Borderman” Marathon 2.0 on October 12, 2025, an initiative by the BSF Kashmir Frontier aimed at promoting environmental awareness, fitness, and sportsmanship. The marathon will feature three race formats, encouraging participation from professional athletes, fitness enthusiasts, and the general public […]
DC Baramulla reviews flood-prone Sopore areas, ensures safety measures
Baramulla, September 8, 2025: Deputy Commissioner (DC) Baramulla, Minga Sherpa , conducted a comprehensive field visit to flood-prone areas in Sopore Sub-division, including Warapora, Mahrajpora, Haritaar, and adjoining regions, to assess vulnerabilities along the River Jhelum and Wular Lake. Accompanied by a team of officers, including Additional Deputy Commissioner (ADC) Sopore, Shabir Ahmad Raina, the […]
Lotus flowers bloom again in Kashmir’s Wular Lake after 30 Years: A triumph of conservation
Bandipora, Jammu & Kashmir, July 16, 2025 – In a remarkable ecological comeback, Wular Lake, Asia’s second-largest freshwater lake, is witnessing the vibrant bloom of lotus flowers after nearly three decades of absence. This resurgence, celebrated by locals and environmentalists alike, is a testament to the dedicated conservation efforts led by the Wular Conservation and […]
Asian Waterbird Census 2025 organised at Wular Lake in Jammu & Kashmir
Lots of people gathered at the Wular Lake for the 2025 Asian Water Bird Census. Wular Lake is one of the largest fresh water lakes in South Asia. It is located near Bandipora town in the Bandipora district of Jammu & Kashmir. The event was organised by the Department of Wildlife Protection J&K, Wetlands Division […]
Arrival of Migratory Birds at Wular Lake: Sighting of Rare Bird
SRINAGAR, NOVEMBER 07: In a remarkable development for bird enthusiasts and conservationists alike, the elusive Great Bittern (Botaurus stellaris) has been sighted for the first time in the Kashmir Valley at the renowned Wular Lake.This significant event not only highlights the ecological importance of the region but also strengthens the ongoing efforts to preserve its […]
Dheeraj Gupta chairs Wular Conservation and Management Authority’s meet
SRINAGAR, OCTOBER 18: The second meeting of Wular Conservation and Management Authority (WUCMA) was held today under the chairmanship of Principal Secretary, Forest, Ecology and Environment, Dheeraj Gupta.During the meeting, Principal Secretary reviewed progress on various wetland conservation initiatives, including the Integrated Management Plan for Conservation of Wular Lake.Dheeraj Gupta directed the officers of WUCMA […]