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World Wetlands Day, celebrated annually on February 2, marks the adoption of the Ramsar Convention on Wetlands in 1971. The convention defines wetlands, including marshes, fens, and bodies of water, emphasizing their ecological significance. Covering 6% of Earth's land, these areas play a crucial role in global ecosystems, from Ladakh to central India and the southern Peninsula. This year's theme, "Wetlands and Human Wellbeing," underscores their vital role as biodiversity hubs and sources of sustenance, flood mitigation, and water purification. Developed nations diligently preserve wetlands, contrasting with neglect in developing regions like Jammu and Kashmir, leading to degradation, pollution, and threats to aquatic life. The urgent call is for comprehensive management and swift action to ensure wetland sustainability and human welfare.

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