Key Facts about Kolleru Lake
04-02-2025
09:30 AM
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Kolleru Lake Latest News
The Southern Zonal Bench of the National Green Tribunal (NGT) recently restrained the Andhra Pradesh Government from proceeding with the six infrastructure projects in Kolleru wetland area.

About Kolleru Lake
- It is a large, natural, shallow, freshwater lake located in northeastern Andhra Pradesh.
- It lies between the Krishna and Godavari deltas near the city of Eluru.
- It is the largest shallow freshwater lake in Asia.
- It covers an area of 308 sq.km.
- The lake serves as a natural flood-balancing reservoir for these two rivers.
- The lake drains into the Bay of Bengal through the Upputeru river. Occasionally, small amounts of salt water enter the otherwise freshwater lake through this river.
- It was declared a wildlife sanctuary in November 1999 and a Ramsar Site in November 2002.
- It serves as a habitat for migratory birds. It regularly supports more than 50,000 waterfowl, due to which it was selected as an Important Bird Area (IBA).
- Kolleru Lake falls on the migratory route called the Central Asian Flyway (CAF).
- Major bird species found here include Siberian cranes, pelicans, and painted storks.
Kolleru Lake FAQs
Q1. On which river Kolleru Lake is located?
Ans. Kolleru is located between the deltas of Krishna and Godavari rivers
Q2. Is Kolleru Lake man made?
Ans. No, Kolleru Lake is a natural freshwater lake, not man-made.
Q3. Is Kolleru Lake a ramsar site?
Ans. Yes, Kolleru Lake is a Ramsar Site.
Source: TH