Wular Lake Latest News
Conservation initiatives at Wular Lake in Kashmir have reclaimed 5 sq.km. of silted land, removed willows, and reinforced lake embankments to boost its ecological integrity and flood resistance.
About Wular Lake
- It is the largest freshwater lake in India and the second largest freshwater lake in Asia.
- Location:
- It is located in the Bandipore district of Jammu and Kashmir.
- It lies at the north end of the Vale of Kashmir, 32 km north-northwest of Srinagar.
- The lake lies at an altitude of 1,580 m on the foothills of Haramuk Mountain.
- The lake controls the flow of the Jhelum River, which runs through it.
- It is 16 km long and 10 km wide. Its area varies from 30 to 260 sq.km. according to the season.
- The lake basin was formed as a result of tectonic activity.
- It is also said to be a remnant of Satisar Lake that existed in ancient times.
- This lake also has a small island in its centre called the ‘Zaina Lank’. This island was constructed by King Zainul-Abi-Din.
- It is an important habitat for fish and contributes about 60 percent of the fish yield of the Kashmir Valley.
- In 1990, it was designated as a Wetland of International Importance under the Ramsar Convention.
Source: DEVD
Last updated on Sep, 2026
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