UNESCO Honors India's Cold Desert as New Biosphere Reserve
Published on: Sept. 27, 2025, 8:34 p.m. | Source: Devdiscourse
India's Cold Desert Biosphere Reserve in Himachal Pradesh's Lahaul-Spiti has been newly designated by UNESCO, enhancing the World Network of Biosphere Reserves to 785 sites. Spanning 7,770 sq km, this ecosystem is among the world's coldest and driest. India's addition underscores its commitment to biodiversity preservation.
