Kolleru Lake

Kolleru Lake Latest News

Kolleru Lake, which is known for its rich biodiversity, is now getting recognition for its delicious black dried fish that has carved a special place for itself in both domestic and international markets.

About Kolleru Lake

• It is one of the largest freshwater lakes in India, located in the state of Andhra Pradesh.
• It is located in the inter-deltaic plain of rivers Krishna and Godavari near the city of Eluru and serves as a natural flood-balancing reservoir for these two rivers. 
• It spreads over an area of about 308 sq. km. and expands up to 954 sq.km. at the highest flood level. 
• It is the largest freshwater lake in Andhra Pradesh. 
• Characteristically, it is a shallow lake.
• It receives water from four rivers, namely Budameru, Ramileru, Tammileru, and Errakalva, and 18 drains. 
• This lake empties its water into the Bay of Bengal through an outlet called ‘upputera’.
• This lake is also known as the “Peerless Fisherman”s Paradise and Bird Heaven”.
• The lake was declared as a wildlife sanctuary in November 1999.
• It was designated as a wetland of international importance in November 2002 under the International Ramsar Convention. 
• It supports over 20 million migratory birds annually, including grey pelicans, painted storks, and open-billed storks. 
• It is a haven for species migrating from Siberia, Central Asia, and the Himalayas, making it one of India’s richest avian habitats.
• The lake is deeply intertwined with local livelihoods, sustaining thousands who depend on fishing, duck farming, and paddy cultivation. 

Source: ETVB

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