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Karnataka okays an extra Rs 79 crore for rejuvenation of Bengaluru's polluted Bellandur lake

May 10, 2025 1:07 pm

The comprehensive development of Bellandur Lake has been taken up on National Green Tribunal directions; Law Minister H K Patil said the total allotment has gone up to Rs 179 crore.

Foaming in Bengaluru’s Bellandur lake caused by continuous entry of untreated sewage: IISc

June 06, 2023 7:08 pm

As more and more sewage flows through the lake, surfactants in it do not decompose, but get attached to the sludge, gradually increasing in concentration, a research scientist said.

Lakes of Bengaluru: Bellandur Lake to be restored by 2024, environment minister assures

June 03, 2023 7:05 pm

After taking charge as environment and forest minister, Eshwar Khandre on May 31 visited Bellandur Lake and assured that the lake would be restored by 2024.

Varthur, Bellandur lakes continue to froth as BWSSB fails to treat sewage

December 14, 2021 7:06 pm

Though the BWSSB had submitted before the NGT that it would treat sewage by March 2021, channels carrying sewage are yet to be connected to treatment plants, say activists.

Fire breaks out at Bengaluru’s Bellandur Lake, officials blame it on a burning garbage pile

March 05, 2021 4:58 pm

According to officials, some of the labourers and ragpickers living near the lake might have dumped waste, including plastic and insulated wires, on its bed.

Bengaluru's Bellandur lake spills toxic foam, yet again

September 25, 2018 1:44 pm

Bellandur Lake, which is one of the largest of the 262 lakes in Bengaluru, has now become infamous for the gigantic clouds of froth that accumulate on its surface, spilling over into the many busy roads that skirt its shores several times a year.

Growth gone rogue: Why Bengaluru's Bellandur lake keeps catching fire

January 23, 2018 1:17 am

Smoke on the water, flames in the foam — The Indian Express describes the extraordinary harm chemical pollutants, thoughtless development, and a builder-politician nexus can do to lakes

Letter to the Editor: Other concerns

August 31, 2017 12:00 am

Law and order agencies are always expected to maintain order with minimum force so that the loss of lives is minimised. However, they should be allowed to act as per a set standard operating procedures. They should be able to carry out their duties and under no circumstances should the situation be politicised.

No work order for projects till new landfill sites identified: NGT

National Green Tribunal summons top Karnataka officials over Bellandur lake

August 20, 2017 11:11 am

During the hearing, the NGT was informed that fresh froth has emanated from Bellandur lake and spread on to the streets of the surrounding areas due to the recent rains. Local residents have reportedly complained of pungent stench from the lake and the froth, reminding of the presence of toxic substances there.