lakes

Built over 500 years ago, Udaipur’s interconnected lakes still supply water to lakhs of people. Here’s how this ancient system blends ecology, engineering, and community — in pictures.

Step into a postcard-worthy adventure as you trek through Kashmir’s untouched landscapes to six spectacular alpine lakes. With each step, the stunning scenery, crisp mountain air, and serene waters make the journey truly unforgettable.

The residents of Chitlapakkam in Chennai restored a 50-acre lake after years of efforts, petitions, & cleaning drives. Their efforts resulted in the state sanctioning Rs 25 crore for the project.

Dr Raghavendra R, a programme coordinator for National Service Scheme (NSS) at Seshadripuram Degree College in Mysuru and his students have received four lakes, ten water ponds and eight temples as a part of community service

It's just a dishwash for you. But from choking marine life to rendering water unsafe for drinking, chemical cleaners have far-reaching effects.

In 1977, 17-year-old Laxman Singh was mocked by his fellow villagers who advised him to help his farmer father instead of wasting his time on the ‘frivolous idea’ of reviving ponds. Today, the village is probably the only one in Rajasthan that is self-sufficient in water!

Reports suggest that Bengaluru has about 10 lakh cars. It is estimated that 10 crore liters of water per week is used for car washing alone. This is equivalent to emptying the Bellandur Lake 50 times!

"Nestled amid small hills and guarded by tall eucalyptus trees, this place has today transformed into a mini Ooty of sorts!", says Bengaluru's 'Lake Ambassador'. #WaterActionDecade #LakeReviversCollective

“When I first visited the spot, it was a disaster. Such a huge lake had dried up, and villagers were using it as a playground or dumping their waste. From that, we went on to create an oasis."

From solar-powered sewerage to climate-resilient drainage, the first initiatives will come up in Chennai, Coimbatore, Rajapalayam, Trichy, Tirunelveli, and Vellore!