Peace Ride: Kaikondranahalli Lake Restoration, Sarjapur

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Kaikondrahalli Lake is situated opposite the Fire Station Sarjapura Road, Bengaluru, Pincode 560 035.

Current Scenario:

Lake is spread across 48 acres filled with water, well-maintained infrastructure in place such as lake is fenced. The lake consists of gazebos, a huge island which attracts different variety of bird species and Children’s park. The lake is filled with greenery and Recently Butterfly garden has been created
Sewage is diverted, Bio-diversity in place with local and variety of plants attract birds and also maintains diversity in the lake, the island filled with fully grown plants and trees provide safe nest for birds away from noise and disturbances.
Lake association maintaining and monitoring the lake.

Mentioned below are the areas of improvement for active community participation and sustained efforts.

Neighborhood Lake Requirement:

Areas of support	Activities	Estimated Costs
Community Tree plantation and cleaning drive	Cleaning drive – Picking up non-biodegradable waste in the lake area and disposing it appropriately, make the lake clean and plastic free Mulching, Manure, and watering – Periodically loosening soil around the plants, mulching and watering plants. Planting drive - Local and appropriate plants species will be planted which will enhance the bio-diversity of the lake	INR 10,000/- per month * 12 months
Little lake keepers club	Support the lake association to form “Little lake keepers club” For children between the age of 7 to 12 years Conduct activities such “know your lake”, “Identify birds and plants in the lake” through drawing, colouring competitions and quiz	INR 10,000/- per month * 12 months
Health screening and support for senior citizen and children	Conduct monthly health screening facility provided to senior citizens and children in the neighbourhood by professional team on monthly basis.	INR 25,000/- per month * 12 months
Upkeep of lake infrastructure	Maintenance of Benches, Gazebo, Children play equipment, Security cabin, toilets.	INR 10,000/- per month * 12 months