Delegates from the US Experience the Rare Irrawaddy Dolphins at Chilika Lake’s Satapada Area
A group of NRIs attending the Pravasi Bharatiya Divas convention in Bhubaneswar visited Chilika Lake’s Satapada region for an unforgettable dolphin-watching experience. The group, primarily from the US, boarded a special Odisha Tourism Development Corporation (OTDC) boat to witness the endangered Irrawaddy dolphins in their natural habitat,reported timesofindia.indiatimes.com.
“The NRI Delegates Were Thrilled by the Dolphin Sighting”
The delegates were also taken on a tour of the eco-park, fish museum, and visitor center managed by the Chilika Development Authority (CDA). Amlan Nayak, the additional chief executive of CDA, stated, “The NRI delegates were highly impressed with both the facilities and the opportunity to see the dolphins up close.”
Chilika’s Unique Ecosystem
In addition to dolphin sighting, participants of the Chilika Bird Festival visited the Nalabana Wildlife Sanctuary, famous for its migratory bird population. The delegates were enthralled by the diverse wildlife in the area. More visitors are expected in the coming days to explore the lake’s rich biodiversity.
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