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NAJAFGARH JHEEL            

26th January, 2022 Geography

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Context

  • Recently, the National Green Tribunal (NGT) has directed Delhi and Haryana to enforce the Environment Management Plan (EMP) that the two governments have prepared for the rejuvenation and protection of the Najafgarh Jheel,

 

About

  • About: Najafgarh Jheel is a trans boundary wetland.
  • Location: It is located along the borders of Delhi and Haryana. The Najafgarh Lake is under the control of Delhi.
  • Fed by: The Lake is fed by the Sahibi River. It was connected with river Yamuna through the Najafgarh drain.
  • Migratory Birds: Migration of Egyptian vulture, Sarus Crane, Steppe Eagle, Greater Spotted Eagle, and Imperial Eagle along the Central Asian Flyway has been reported at the lake.

https://indianexpress.com/article/cities/delhi/ngt-directs-delhi-haryana-to-enforce-najafgarh-jheel-restoration-plan-7739932/