Wetlands are vital sponges in the city. They prevent flood and
recharge groundwater. Along with being an aesthetic entity, they
provide social, economic and environmental beneficiaries. They
improve the quality of water and also sustain the surrounding
diverse flora and fauna (aquatic and wild life habitat). Being
rich in nutrients, they provide a diverse and productive
ecosystems for the natural environment to survive. Wetlands have
always been critical for Indian cities. Every city gave its land
for rain.