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Wetlands comprise approximately 4.8% of the total geographical area of the country; and 6% of the world’s surface at the global level.

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They also highlighted the potential threat the station posed to the Sarzora Lake, which has been officially designated as a wetland by the Goa State Wetland Authority. allow local residents to visit ...

The federal government has for more than 50 years required those wanting to fill wetlands to get permits that require federal review. But recent court rulings have limited wetlands protection.