<p>The lake that stood testimony to changing times, that saw kings, queens and their glory, and witnessed the setting in of democracy, may finally breathe its last if the official apathy continues the same way as it does now. <br /><br /></p>.<p>The historically significant Dwarasamudra, that finds mentions in ancient scriptures, is drying up owing to lack of water feeder facility. The lake which was not among the beneficiaries of Yagachi Lift Irrigation project, is facing the danger of turning into a piece of land. <br /><br />The lake got its name ‘Dwarasamudra’ owing to the fact that it looked like a never ending ocean when it was full to the brim. <br /><br />But, now, forget the ocean, it barely looks like a lake. It now looks like a sheet of green patch that one can mistake for a paddy field with just sprouting saplings. The water has dried up, and lack of rainfall has only been more damaging. The water is not fit for drinking and even the cattle don’t quench their thirst here. <br /><br />Swimmers who came to the lake regularly, now stay out, owing to the fact that they have been picking up infections if they even touch the water. The lake that was home for many indigenous and migratory birds is slowing losing out. <br /><br />The lake was constructed by Rashtrakuta King Dhruva Maharaja. History says the kings established their kingdom and called it ‘Dwarasamudra’ and ruled from here. <br />There are many proofs for Hoysala kings having attempted different ways and methods of rejuvenating the water table of this lake, and its development. They had constructed bridges to Kodihalla, using huge boulders. <br /><br />They had even constructed a catchment area near Ranaghatta, to permanently feed water from Yagachi river, in Belur. They had not only ensured that the lake provided water to all activities, but also ensured the water remained fit for drinking all through the year. <br /><br />Though today’s politicians speak often about creating a permanent solution to increase water table in the lake since decades, not much progress can be seen. <br />Hoysala Boating Academy is operating boats for visitors in the lake. <br /><br />However, since the small pathway leading to the lake bring a short patch, passersby seems to have left it unusable by turning it into a toilet. <br /><br />Locals feel if the authorities decide to rejuvenate the lake, all these aspects can be taken care of, and that the glory will return to the lake.<br /><br /></p>
<p>The lake that stood testimony to changing times, that saw kings, queens and their glory, and witnessed the setting in of democracy, may finally breathe its last if the official apathy continues the same way as it does now. <br /><br /></p>.<p>The historically significant Dwarasamudra, that finds mentions in ancient scriptures, is drying up owing to lack of water feeder facility. The lake which was not among the beneficiaries of Yagachi Lift Irrigation project, is facing the danger of turning into a piece of land. <br /><br />The lake got its name ‘Dwarasamudra’ owing to the fact that it looked like a never ending ocean when it was full to the brim. <br /><br />But, now, forget the ocean, it barely looks like a lake. It now looks like a sheet of green patch that one can mistake for a paddy field with just sprouting saplings. The water has dried up, and lack of rainfall has only been more damaging. The water is not fit for drinking and even the cattle don’t quench their thirst here. <br /><br />Swimmers who came to the lake regularly, now stay out, owing to the fact that they have been picking up infections if they even touch the water. The lake that was home for many indigenous and migratory birds is slowing losing out. <br /><br />The lake was constructed by Rashtrakuta King Dhruva Maharaja. History says the kings established their kingdom and called it ‘Dwarasamudra’ and ruled from here. <br />There are many proofs for Hoysala kings having attempted different ways and methods of rejuvenating the water table of this lake, and its development. They had constructed bridges to Kodihalla, using huge boulders. <br /><br />They had even constructed a catchment area near Ranaghatta, to permanently feed water from Yagachi river, in Belur. They had not only ensured that the lake provided water to all activities, but also ensured the water remained fit for drinking all through the year. <br /><br />Though today’s politicians speak often about creating a permanent solution to increase water table in the lake since decades, not much progress can be seen. <br />Hoysala Boating Academy is operating boats for visitors in the lake. <br /><br />However, since the small pathway leading to the lake bring a short patch, passersby seems to have left it unusable by turning it into a toilet. <br /><br />Locals feel if the authorities decide to rejuvenate the lake, all these aspects can be taken care of, and that the glory will return to the lake.<br /><br /></p>
