अक्सर पूछे जाने वाले प्रश्न (FAQs)
Q1: What is Deepor Beel's international conservation status?
Deepor Beel was designated a Ramsar Wetland Site of International Importance in 2002 (Site no. 1207), holding the honor of being the only Ramsar site in the state of Assam.
Q2: Why do Asian elephants visit Deepor Beel?
Wild elephant herds from the Rani and Garbhanga Reserve Forests cross the railway line and highway into Deepor Beel to feast on nutrient-rich aquatic plants and bathe in its waters.
Q3: What is the 'Hargila Army' connected to Deepor Beel?
The Hargila Army is a world-acclaimed grassroots conservation movement of over 10,000 rural women led by biologist Dr. Purnima Devi Barman dedicated to protecting the endangered greater adjutant stork nesting around Deepor Beel.
Q4: How close is Deepor Beel to Guwahati Airport?
Deepor Beel is situated just 8 km east of Guwahati's Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport, making it exceptionally easy to visit even during airport transit.
Q5: What activities can visitors do at Deepor Beel?
Visitors can climb the forest department watchtower for panoramic photography, take peaceful poled country boat rides with local fishermen, and embark on morning bird walks along the lake dykes.