Varthur Lake — Attraction in Bengaluru

About 6-7 years back, the lake was full of water(with a small section filled with water weeds) and less polluted..more fishermen could be seen in the morning for a good catch..used to go near periphery of lake to see migratory birds during sunrise hour or sunset...Nowadays as the surrounding localities are filled with apartments - big and small, water is polluted (as seen in the area where sluice gates are being built)..only 1-2 fishermen venture in their coracles..also the LDA seemed to have done a check sometime back but that's just it..no further response..it's full of weeds and literally drying up ..if this lake is saved, it could turn out to be as good spot similar to the lakes in Sarjapur(kaikondranahalli) or Hebbal for people of all ages..with proper fencing, a walking track could be made, a small park for children could ensure a change of place for them..boating could be introduced and fun festivals could be held around the lake, best of all migratory birds could come back every year if lake again fills up with water...Wish the concerned authorities fund and help rejuvenate the lake to turn it into a nice place for locals..hoping the best...

The lake was a disappointing and concerning sight. It was evident from the moment I arrived that the lake was suffering from severe pollution. The water appeared murky and discolored, emitting a foul odor that was unpleasant to be around.The negative impacts of this pollution were visible in the lack of wildlife and plant life. The once vibrant ecosystem seemed to have disappeared. The absence of birds, fish, and other aquatic creatures was noticeable, highlighting the devastating consequences of pollution on the lake's...

Once I had been to this lake for swimming purpose. So I just entered the fresh water in the year 2007, some locals said there is one crocodile in the lake. I got scared and just hurriedly bathed on the edges and ran for my life. Then I got to know that was rumor spread by villagers to keep away tourists. Kudos to the company which released chemicals so that the crocodile could die. It dieded and foam formed after many years. Man nobody gave shraadjanli to...