Berhampur: Chilika Lake, the biggest brackish water lagoon in the country, will remain closed for visitors for four days — on Jan 18, 20, 21 and 22 — for the annual bird and dolphin census.

Chilika, the largest saltwater lake in Asia, is rich in biodiversity. It was recognized as the first Ramsar site in the country in 1981. It is unique among the wetlands of the world.

Chilika Lake is known for its endangered Irrawady Dolphins as well as millions of migratory birds that flock the brackish water lagoon every winter NEW DELHI: An expert panel of the Union Ministry ...

The proposed 3.4km bridge over Chilika lake under the Sagarmala project has triggered a controversy in the state with environmentalists expressing concern over the safety of the flora and fauna of ...

Bhubaneswar: State govt on Monday allocated Rs 820 crore for tourism development, particularly emphasising western Odisha and the development of Chilika lake. The govt will also commence ‘Odisha ...