Jayshree Vencatesan becomes first Indian to receive Ramsar Award for Wetland Wise Use
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Why in News? | Jayshree Vencatesan became the first Indian to receive the Ramsar Award for 'Wetland Wise Use'. |
| Awarded By | Ramsar Secretariat, Geneva on March 8, 2024 (International Women's Day). |
| Category | 'Wise Use of Wetlands' under the Ramsar Awards. |
| Key Contributions | Wetland conservation, particularly Pallikaranai Marsh in Chennai, biodiversity research, flood mitigation efforts, and mentorship of women researchers. |
| Challenges Faced | Bureaucratic hurdles, outdated land titles, lack of awareness about wetland significance. |
| Dedication | Dedicated the award to her late father, Mayur Narasimhan. |
| Call to Action | Urged investment in women's technical education in environmental conservation. |
| Tamil Nadu's Ramsar Sites | 18 Ramsar wetlands, highlighting the state's rich wetland heritage. |