Ankit Kumar

Where the deer walks in quiet grace and the peacock dances in vibrant pride, there nature’s harmony truly comes alive. Asola Bhatti Wildlife Sanctuary, Delhi.

Deep dive into #UrbanForestry practices with the frontline forest team. Capacity building and knowledge sharing remain key to protecting and expanding our urban green cover. 🌳

Colors of Conservation. Asola Bhatti Wildlife Sanctuary.

World Wildlife Day is about celebrating the incredible faunal diversity that enriches our planet and sustains our ecosystems. It is a day to acknowledge everyone working towards wildlife protection. We reaffirm our commitment to conservation, sustainable practices and protecting habitats so that our wildlife continues to thrive.

Recap of #WorldWetlandsDay celebrated at the Asola Bhatti Wildlife Sanctuary, New Delhi, on February 2, 2026

The Botanical Survey of India (BSI), Kolkata secured the Second Position at the #SwachhataPakhwada2025 Awards, presented during the World Wetlands Day 2026 celebrations. The event, #WorldWetlandDay2026 on themed “Wetlands and Traditional Knowledge: Celebrating Cultural Heritage,” was jointly organised by the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, Government of India and the Department of Environment, Government of NCT of Delhi, and held at Asola Bhatti Wildlife Sanctuary, New Delhi, on 2 February 2026. The programme was graced by Shri Kirti Vardhan Singh, Hon’ble Minister of State for Environment, Forest & Climate Change, Government of India, as the Chief Guest, in the gracious presence of Shri Sardar Manjinder Singh Sirsa, Hon’ble Minister of Industries, Food & Supplies, and Environment, Forest & Wildlife, Government of NCT of Delhi. Dr Kanad Das, Director, Botanical Survey of India, and Dr S. S. Dash, Scientist-F, received the shield from the Hon’ble Minister Shri Kirti Vardhan Singh, marking a moment of collective pride for the institution. BSI also congratulates the co-awardee institutions (@NMNHIndia and @ZoologicalI) for winning the First and Third awards, respectively, celebrating their exemplary performance and shared commitment to cleanliness and environmental responsibility. This recognition reflects BSI’s sustained commitment to cleanliness, environmental stewardship, and responsible institutional practices.

आज World Wetlands Day के अवसर पर Asola Bhatti Wildlife Sanctuary में हुए कार्यक्रम में माननीय केंद्रीय राज्य पर्यावरण मंत्री श्री कीर्ति वर्धन सिंह जी के साथ शामिल हुआ। इस अवसर पर आयोजन की थीम "Wetlands and Traditional Knowledge: Celebrating Cultural Heritage" पर आधारित प्रदर्शनी का अवलोकन किया। प्रदर्शनी में हमारी विरासत और पर्यावरण का खूबसूरत मेल दिखा। कार्यक्रम में कई राज्यों को नए Ramsar Sites के लिए सम्मानित किया गया और स्वच्छता पखवाड़ा के विजेताओं को पुरस्कार दिए गए। साथ ही, Wetlands Mitras और स्कूली बच्चों से सार्थक संवाद का अवसर भी मिला। यशस्वी प्रधानमंत्री श्री @narendramodi जी के नेतृत्व में पर्यावरण संरक्षण के प्रति जो सोच देश में विकसित हो रही है, उसकी एक झांकी आज यहाँ साफ दिखाई दी।'एक पेड़ माँ के नाम' मुहिम के तहत पौधारोपण करने का भी सौभाग्य मिला। सच तो यह है कि ये वेटलैंड्स और पेड़-पौधे सिर्फ प्रकृति की पहचान नहीं बल्कि हमारे पर्यावरण के लिए 'Natural Filter' की तरह हैं जो प्रदूषण खत्म करने में अहम भूमिका निभाते हैं। यह हमारे पूर्वजों की अमानत हैं जो हमें अपनी आने वाली पीढ़ियों को सुरक्षित सौंपनी है। याद रखिए, जब तक प्रकृति हरी-भरी है, तभी तक हमारा अस्तित्व सुरक्षित है। @KVSinghMPGonda Ji

हमने इसी साल दिल्ली की 10,000 एकड़ जमीन को रिज फॉरेस्ट के तौर पर घोषित किया। यह दिल्ली के अंदर रिज को बचाने के लिए एक ऐतिहासिक और सार्थक कदम माना जाएगा।

On #WorldWetlandsDay, I planted a Sita Ashok tree at Delhi’s Asola Bhatti Wildlife Sanctuary dedicated to my respected mother, Smt. Veena Singh Ji. Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri @narendramodi Ji’s visionary initiative #EkPedMaaKeNaam campaign reflects respect for our mothers, our land, and nature, symbolizing our commitment to a greener and prosperous India. #WorldWetlandsDay2026 #WetlandsForLife #Ek_Ped_Maa_Ke_Naam #एक_पेड़_माँ_के_नाम #MissionLiFE @PMOIndia @byadavbjp @moefcc @gupta_rekha @mssirsa @BNHSIndia @WWF @WWFINDIA @myogiadityanath @myogioffice @UpforestUp @uptourismgov @dmgonda2

Wetlands nurture not just Ecosystems but Communities, Culture and Livelihoods: Union Minister, Bhupender Yadav (@byadavbjp) Wetland Conservation Must Become a People’s Movement: Union Minister, Kirti Vardhan Singh (@KVSinghMPGonda) World Wetlands Day 2026 Celebrated at Asola Bhatti Wildlife Sanctuary on Theme of Traditional Knowledge Ramsar sites in India up from 26 in 2014 to 98 at present Read here: pib.gov.in/PressReleasePa… @moefcc

At the #WorldWetlandsDay programme held in Delhi, I had the opportunity to felicitate the winners of the Swachhta Pakhwada Awards and interact with our dedicated Wetland Mitras, the true guardians of nature. It was encouraging to see more than three lakh children from across the country participate in the painting and slogan-writing competitions organised by the @moefcc. The event concluded with everyone taking a pledge to protect the environment.

Aligned with this year’s theme- ‘Wetlands and Traditional Knowledge: Celebrating Cultural Heritage’, I had the opportunity to engage with children and highlight the ecological and cultural importance of wetlands. During the programme, certificates were presented to representatives from five states- Uttar Pradesh, Gujarat, Rajasthan, Bihar, and Chhattisgarh, in recognition of their five newly designated Ramsar sites. A booklet documenting India’s Ramsar sites was also released on the occasion. #WorldWetlandsDay2026 #WetlandsForLife @narendramodi @PMOIndia @moefcc @byadavbjp @gupta_rekha @BNHSIndia @WWF @WWFINDIA @myogiadityanath @myogioffice @UpforestUp @uptourismgov @rameshpandeyifs #MissionLiFE #Ek_Ped_Maa_Ke_Naam #एक_पेड़_माँ_के_नाम #RamsarSites

Glad to share that >4,000 hectares in the Southern Ridge have now been notified as Reserve Forest u/s 20 of the Indian Forest Act, 1927, by the Government of NCT of Delhi - paving the way for the long-term preservation, protection, & scientific management of the ‘Lungs of Delhi’.

India ranks 9th globally in forest area, up from the 10th position in the previous assessment, and retains 3rd position in annual forest gain, as per FAO’s Global Forest Resource Assessment 2025 released in Bali.

#SewaParv Day: 10 of the #PlantationDrive at Asola Bhatti Wildlife Sanctuary the students of Moti Ram Memo. Sec. School, Dilshad Garden, Delhi planted saplings and pledged to protect our mother earth @moefcc #MissionLiFE

During the 37th Session of UNESCO’s International Coordinating Council – Man and the Biosphere Programme, India’s Cold Desert Biosphere Reserve, Himachal Pradesh has been included in the World Network of Biosphere Reserves. 1/2

An exceptional oasis within the city. Neeli Jheel, Asola Bhatti Wildlife Sanctuary, Delhi.

HMEFCC Shri @byadavbjp planted a sapling at Asola Bhatti Wildlife Sanctuary as part of the ‘Sewa Parv’ under the national campaign #EkPedMaaKeNaam. He interacted with school children & members of the Eco Task Force, encouraging them to nurture nature & make environmental protection a collective movement. #SewaParv #EkPedMaaKeNaam

#SewaParv Day 2: A Mega Plantation Drive at Asola Bhatti Wildlife Sanctuary saw enthusiastic participation by Bal Bhawan Public School Students, spreading green hope for tomorrow #SewaParv2025 #MissionLiFE