Siruthuli initiates efforts to restore Singanallur lake in Coimbatore
The Coimbatore Corporation and the NGO Siruthuli have launched a collaborative effort to rejuvenate the Singanallur lake. The project aims to address pollution, improve water quality, and establish a sustainable management framework for the urban water body.
Why it matters
Urban lake restoration is essential for groundwater recharge and biodiversity in rapidly growing cities.
Coimbatore Corporation Commissioner Katta Ravi Teja, officials and a team from Siruthuli assessed the present condition of the Singanallur lake, one of the key urban water bodies in the city, on Tuesday (July 14, 2026). They also discussed the interventions required to rejuvenate it.
The Commissioner directed the officials to expedite preparation of a comprehensive rejuvenation plan after the preliminary works, including field assessment, identification of pollution sources, desilting requirements, sewage diversion, and treatment measures.
Siruthuli, the non-governmental organisation working on water solutions, convened a stakeholders’ meeting on Monday to restore Singanallur lake. Corporation Commissioner, Singanallur MLA K.S. Sri Giri Prasad, Managing Trustee of Siruthuli Vanitha Mohan, representatives from PSG & Sons’ Charities, officials from government departments, representatives of the fishermen’s association, and farmers were among those who participated in the meeting.
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