National Wetlands Conservation Programme (NWCP) NWCP was implemented in the year 1985-86. Under the programme, 115 wetlands have been identified by the MoEF which require urgent conservation and management interventions. Criteria for identification of wetlands of national importance under NWCP are the same as those prescribed under the Ramsar Convention on Wetlands. The Central Government is responsible for the overall coordination of wetland conservation programmes. It also provides guidelines, financial & technical assistance to state govt. Since the land resources belong to them, the State Governments/UT Administration are responsible for the management of wetlands. Objectives to lay down policy guidelines for conservation and management of wetlands. to provide financial assistance for undertaking intensive conservation measures. to monitor the implementation of the programme. to prepare an inventory of Indian wetlands. 817 views07:33
