E.F.I ‘s restoration efforts in Tiruvallur with Caterpillar India aim to be extensive and impactful, particularly through the revival of six lakes in the western suburbs of Chennai. Previously plagued by invasive weeds and choked with silt deposition, these lakes are undergoing a much-needed transformation.
The restoration does not merely focus on the natural beauty of these lakes, it has larger goals of enhancing their ecological & hydrological functions, reviving these habitats for various species, and supporting the biodiversity of the Tiruvallur district.
- Alamathi Lake
- Vellanur PeriyaEri
- Pandeswaram Lake
- Melnallathur Lake
- Nungambakkam Periyaeri
- Nungambakkam Kadaperi
The restoration efforts have resulted in more than 1000 acres of lake area revitalizing into thriving ecosystems.
Once these water bodies faced degradation and ecological imbalance with invasive weeds, excess silt deposition, garbage, encroachments, etc., they became a significant ecosystem.
You can volunteer with E.F.I in our activities: www.indiavolunteer.org
Watch this space for more exciting updates on how we are getting the nesting islands made, the percolation trench dug up, and above all what new things we got to see-do-learn at our lakes. Until next time, volunteer for India & her environment with E.F.I.
Alamathi Lake
Vellanur PeriyaEri
Nungambakkam PeriyaEri
Nungambakkam Kadaperi
Pandeswaram Lake
Melnallathur Lake
