<p>Accompanied by BBMP Commissioner Siddaiah and Chief Engineer (Lake Division) Satish, Justice Patil inspected Chinnappanahalli Lake in survey number 15 and Kaikondanahalli Lake and supervised development activities in the region.<br /><br />The BBMP gave a facelift to Chinnappanahalli Lake, which was one of the most polluted lakes at a cost of Rs 1.7 crore. Sewage that was earlier let into the lake directly has now been diverted and a walkway and a tree park have been developed around the lake.<br /><br />The committee members, though seemed impressed with the beautification of lake, suggested the Palike officers to grow indigenous species instead of exotic plants and trees, thereby providing a safe habitat for birds.<br /><br />Justice Patil planted a sapling at the tree park. However, a few local residents complained to Justice Patil that the Chinnappanahalli Lake has become a safe haven for anti-social elements and sought protection.<br /><br />The core committee to conserve lakes was constituted in the wake of a PIL against encroachment of lakes in the City.</p>
<p>Accompanied by BBMP Commissioner Siddaiah and Chief Engineer (Lake Division) Satish, Justice Patil inspected Chinnappanahalli Lake in survey number 15 and Kaikondanahalli Lake and supervised development activities in the region.<br /><br />The BBMP gave a facelift to Chinnappanahalli Lake, which was one of the most polluted lakes at a cost of Rs 1.7 crore. Sewage that was earlier let into the lake directly has now been diverted and a walkway and a tree park have been developed around the lake.<br /><br />The committee members, though seemed impressed with the beautification of lake, suggested the Palike officers to grow indigenous species instead of exotic plants and trees, thereby providing a safe habitat for birds.<br /><br />Justice Patil planted a sapling at the tree park. However, a few local residents complained to Justice Patil that the Chinnappanahalli Lake has become a safe haven for anti-social elements and sought protection.<br /><br />The core committee to conserve lakes was constituted in the wake of a PIL against encroachment of lakes in the City.</p>
