Demarcation Drive Identifies Encroachments Around Bhopal's Bhoj Wetland and Upper Lake

Authorities in Bhopal have initiated a demarcation drive around the Bhoj Wetland and Upper Lake to identify encroachments within environmentally sensitive zones. The District Task Force marked over 50 structures within the 50-metre buffer zone, including schools, marriage gardens, and farmhouses. While many constructions predate the March 2022 wetland notification, enforcement actions remain uncertain. The drive follows concerns raised by officials and environmental experts about illegal developments near this Ramsar site, with a review meeting planned to determine next steps.