Puttenahalli lake under threat

Puttenahalli lake under threat

Part of: GS Prelims – Environment  and GS Mains III- Conservation

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Puttenahalli lake

• Puttenahalli lake is a small, restored freshwater lake located in Bangalore.
• The primary water sources are rain and surface water diverted to the lake through channels.
• The lake is currently maintained by Puttenahalli Neighbourhood Lake Improvement Trust (PNLIT)
• The lake was on the brink of extinction, but due to the efforts of PNLIT, is now a haven for bird-watchers and on its way to being completely restored.