Sandi Bird sanctuary having an area 3,09 hectares is situated in Hardoi district on Hardoi- Sandi Road around the Deher Jheel and the Garra river. In 1991, Sandi wetlands were declared as Sandi Bird Sanctuary. It is said that the migratory birds halt for sometime in this river before visiting the Sandi Bird Sanctuary, The aim of the Sanctuary is protection and conservation of the wetland with special emphasis to the local and migratory birds, conservation of their natural habitat including aquatic plants and animals. The Bombay Natural History Society, Mumbai (BNHS) has also listed this Sanctuary as one of the 'Important Bird Area' sites. This wetland is included in the list of wetlands identified under National Wetland Conservation Programme by The Ministry of Environment & Forest, Govt. of India.
To Reach:
By Air:
The nearest airport from Sandi Bird Sanctuary is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, Lucknow which is about 110 kms from there. Buses/Taxis can be hired from the airport for the destination.
By Train:
The nearest railway station from Sandi Bird Sanctuary is Hardoi Junction(about 25 kms).
By Road:
Sandi Bird Sanctuary falls in Hardoi District. It is well connected to all the major cities through UP SH 21, UP SH 25, UP SH 29 A, and Agra Expressway. It has an excellent network of public/ private bus and taxi services to and from there.