Ducks in Nakki Lake
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Ducks introduced into Nakki |
Three little ducks swimming in the lake,
Murky, stagnation, green and a depressing state,
For the Abuites, whose lifeline is being severed?
By the ever-flowing tourists who dump there
Garbage into the lake in discarded fashion.
Giving two hoots, as no one is there to boot
Their buts and tell them, Hey are you nuts
It's our drinking water in times of disaster.
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| Photographs in today's post kind favour Harry. |
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| Newly acquired tourist attraction by Mount Abu Municipality |
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| Sad state of affairs Filth and garbage in and around the lake |
Mount Abu a humble one-horse town has suddenly over the last decade boomed into a huge tourist-seeking hub. From a mere handful of hotels over 15 years ago, it now has over 300 hotels, guesthouses, lodges and umpteen new eateries. The number of tourists is growing by leaps and bounds every year; this has brought with its woes increasing pollution, massive traffic, and water problems. The water crisis in Mount Abu may well become a catastrophe in the near future.
Civic amenities need to be more robust, to deal with this huge influx of tourists throughout the year. Sewage systems in some parts have broken down and the roads have become unbearable.
The upper Khodra dam being almost inoperable and our sole dependence on the lower Khodra dam has put this small hill station at grave risk. In the summer and in times of shortage, Abu depends on the GREEN Lake's water. This contaminated water, even if passed through the filter house, does say a lot. YIKES!! Wake up Abuites and protect the environs of the lake.
If anyone has anything to say or suggests, let's hear your opinion. Post your comments at the bottom of this blog.
Harry took pictures yesterday of the lake. Per kind of favour Harry.
Waiting for the monsoon rain to clear the scum
A Boon or a Bane for the hill station Mount Abu?
The neglected lake, once beloved by visitors, poets, and couples, no longer has its picturesque charm. Its state has had no effect on the local Abuites and the local authorities. Mount Abu may face a high cost if residents don't show support and respect for our ailing lake. an URGENT need to salvage this magnificent lake. Some permanent solutions need to be implemented and harsh punishments imposed on anyone who pollutes the environs of this place.
