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Thane Residents Rally to Oppose Kavesar Lake Beautification

Protesters warn that construction of pathways risks driving away migratory birds from the lake’s fragile habitat.

Thane residents protested against the concretisation of Kavesar wetlands. (HT Photo)

Overview

  • More than 100 local residents gathered on June 5 in Thane to challenge the municipal plan for Kavesar Lake.
  • Under the Save Kavesar Lake Citizens Movement, activists argue that added walls and walkways will damage the lake’s delicate flora and fauna.
  • They caution that increased human footfall could lead to litter accumulation and higher pollution levels in the water body.
  • The 2.46-hectare lake serves as a seasonal stopover for migratory birds, which protesters say will be deterred by construction activity.
  • Adopting slogans like “Leave the lake wild, not walled,” demonstrators have urged authorities to halt the redevelopment project and preserve the lake’s natural state.