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Kapra Lake restoration gains momentum with farmers' voluntary land contribution
Local farming communities have pledged 70 acres within the wetland's full tank level area to facilitate restoration efforts. The Hyderabad Disaster Response and Asset Protection Agency (HYDRAA) is investing ₹35 crore to revive the 112.80-acre ecosystem, which serves as a critical habitat for migratory birds.
LSN India ·
A collaborative restoration initiative for Kapra Lake has entered a decisive phase, with farmers in the surrounding region voluntarily ceding 70 acres of land within the wetland's full tank level boundary. The unprecedented cooperation between local agricultural communities and restoration authorities marks a significant step toward reviving the degraded water body located in the Hyderabad region.
The Hyderabad Disaster Response and Asset Protection Agency (HYDRAA) has allocated ₹35 crore for the comprehensive restoration project. Officials indicate that the farmer participation will expedite the process of reclaiming the wetland's natural contours and water-holding capacity, which had diminished over decades due to encroachments and environmental neglect.
The 112.80-acre Kapra Lake holds ecological significance as a vital habitat for migratory bird species that traverse South Asian flyways. Wetland conservation experts note that such lakes play a crucial role in the region's hydrological cycle and biodiversity preservation. The restoration effort is expected to enhance groundwater recharge in the surrounding agricultural areas while simultaneously supporting wildlife conservation objectives.
The initiative represents a model of community-led environmental restoration in urban and peri-urban regions. As restoration work progresses, officials anticipate that improved water availability will benefit both the farming community and the broader ecosystem dependent on the lake's seasonal cycles.