Shivpuri’s lake, known as Sakhya Sagar Lake and situated in Madhav National Park is among five sites that have been selected as Ramsar sites by the UNESCO under the Ramsar Convention, which was established by UNESCO in 1971. The four other new Indian sites include three from Tamil Nadu and one from Mizoram which have been recognised as wetlands of international importance under the Ramsar Convention.
A Ramsar site is a wetland site designated to be of international importance under the Ramsar Convention, also known as "The Convention on Wetlands".
Union Minister, Jyotiraditya Scindia extended warm greetings to the people of Shivpuri and the state on the status of Ramsar site accorded to Sakhya Sagar Lake. Scindia said that this recognition is a reward to the people of Shivpuri for their efforts in protecting the environment. He hoped that Shivpuri will soon find an exalted position among the tourist destinations of the country. Scindia added that this recognition will make it possible to get funds for the development of Sakhya Sagar Lake through UNESCO and other world bodies.
The union minister gave comprehensive details about the plans for the development of Gwalior- Chambal division as a tourist center. He said that the Kuno Palpur National Park will soon get Cheetahs from Africa while Madhav National Park in Shivpuri will soon hear the roars of Asiatic lions.
Scindia added that the development of Shivpuri, Morena, Gwalior and Orchha as tourist destinations will create more employment opportunities for the people of this area. He added that the country is making tremendous progress in all areas under the guidance and able leadership of Prime Minister, Narendra Modi who is taking special efforts to protect biodiversity and environment.