Vastrapur Lake
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Location | Ahmedabad, Gujarat |
Coordinates | 23°2′18″N 72°31′44″E / 23.03833°N 72.52889°E |
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Vastrapur Lake, officially Bhakta Kavi Narsinh Mehta Lake, is situated in western part of Ahmedabad in the Indian state of Gujarat. It is officially named after Narsinh Mehta.
History
The lake was beautified by the Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation (AMC) after 2002 and has since become a popular spot in the city.
At times, the water from Narmada River is allowed to flow into this lake. The lake is surrounded by pretty gardens with much stonework.[1]
In 2013, Vastrapur lake was renamed to 'Bhakt Kavi Narsinh Mehta Sarovar' in memory of Narsinh Mehta whose statue was installed in the garden of the lake.[2]
In 2016, the lake almost dried up. People removed dead fish, and moved surviving fish elsewhere.[3]
In September 2019, AMC planned to fill the lake with Narmada River water.[4]
Features
Many people visit this lake. It currently boasts an open-air theater and children's park. There is a 600 m pathway around the lake which serves many walkers and joggers in the early mornings and in the evenings. Fitness equipment is also available.
The lush green lawns surrounding this lake also serve as a central hub of Ahmedabad, wherein various cultural events take place regularly.
References
- ^ Prashant Dayal (22 October 2009). "Vastrapur Lake infused life in new Amdavad". The Times of India. Retrieved 12 March 2016.
- ^ "Vastrapur Lake to become Narsinh Mehta Sarovar". 25 February 2013. Retrieved 12 March 2016.
- ^ "El Niño dries up Asia as La Niña looms". Cebu Daily News. Agence France Press. 30 April 2016. Retrieved 2 May 2016.
- ^ Kaushik, Himanshu; Sharon, Meghdoot (18 September 2019). "Vastrapur lake gets Narmada water: AMC | Ahmedabad News - Times of India". The Times of India. Retrieved 18 September 2019.
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