Mysuru: The controversy over feeding stray animals at Kukkarahalli Lake has reignited demands from environmentalists to transfer the Lake’s management to the Forest Department. Currently, the University of Mysore is the custodian of the Lake. Speaking to Star of Mysore this morning, activists highlighted the Forest Department’s successful management of Lingambudhi Lake, citing it as…
This year’s Dasara festival is set to dazzle Mysureans with a double delight: The much anticipated Fruit and Flower Show at Kuppanna Park in city centre and at Lingambudhi Lake in Srirampura. For the first time, this vibrant flower show will be held at newly established Botanical Garden, designed in the enchanting style of Ooty…
No objections filed so far, with period of notice inviting objections if any, ending on June 15 Mysore/Mysuru: If all goes according to the plan, the growing Mysuru will be getting yet another Reserved Forest, that plays a major role in taking up conservation activities of flora and fauna along with different species of birds…
Mysore/Mysuru: About 12 dead fish were found floating at Lingambudhi Lake in city this morning. It is suspected that discarded fishing nets were the reason behind fish kill. On seeing the floating fish, MLC C.N. Manjegowda, who was on a morning walk at the Lake premises, informed the media persons about the incident. Later, on…
Chief Minister Siddharamaiah inaugurated the Mysuru city’s first Lingambudhi Lake Botanical Garden at Srirampura II Stage, Ramakrishnanagar, this morning. The garden, spread over 15-acre area, is developed at an estimated cost of Rs. 4 crore and has over 300 plant varieties, including medicinal plants. The Chief Minister and dignitaries, who went around the garden on…
Father of Horticulture Dr. M.H. Marigowda’s statue to be unveiled at Curzon Park Mysore/Mysuru: After twelve years since its initial proposal, Mysuru city’s first Botanical Garden — Lingambudhi Lake Botanical Garden — is set to welcome visitors and tourists on Oct. 25, coinciding with the conclusion of Dasara-2023. Chief Minister Siddharamaiah, who is scheduled to…
Mysore/Mysuru: The recent occurrence of mass fish deaths at Lingambudhi Lake in Srirampura, Mysuru, has drawn the attention of the National Green Tribunal (NGT), leading to the establishment of a Joint Committee. This Committee includes the Member-Secretary of the Karnataka State Pollution Control Board (KSPCB), Member-Secretary of the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), Bengaluru and…
Mysore/Mysuru: “Hold consultations with the experts in the Fisheries Department or with professionals and come up with a plan to prevent the death of fishes at Lingambudhi Lake,” instructed Deputy Commissioner (DC) Dr. K.V. Rajendra. Chairing a meeting at his Office yesterday regarding mass death of fishes at Lingambudhi Lake, the DC instructed the officials…
Mysore/Mysuru: Hundreds of dead fish were found floating in the Lingambudhi Lake this morning, setting off alarm bells about deteriorating water quality due to continuous flow of sewage into the vast water body. Once hailed as an all-season haven of crystal clear waters, Lingambudhi Lake’s condition has severely declined over the years. The intrusion of…
Horticulture Department writes multiple letters to MCC, MUDA, Forest Department; relief not in sight By M.T. Yogesh Kumar The Mysuru city’s first Botanical Garden, which was intended to join the long list of existing natural water bodies, parks, boulevards and green canopies is in danger of turning into a neglected place. Sewage water is entering…
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