Chilika Lake

As October begins, Chilika Lagoon comes alive with the return of migratory birds. This season, 67 species have arrived so far — marking the start of a delicate, awe-inspiring migration that calls attention to the lagoon’s beauty.

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Once on the brink of collapse, Chilika Lake's revival is now a global model of ecological success, thanks to bold interventions and community efforts.

Nanda Kishor Bhujabal, an ex-poacher, has helped poachers of Mangalajodi village in Odisha quit hunting and work towards conserving migratory birds in Chilika Lake through his NGO, Sri Sri Mahavir Pakshi Suraksha Samiti

The Sabarmati River and Chilika Lake may get aerodromes, keeping in line with the Government's plans for seaplanes.

Chilika today is the finest bird sanctuary in India, and among the richest ecosystems in the world. But Chilika yesterday was a different story altogether.