Introduction Once a neglected and polluted water body in Hyderabad, Barlakunta Lake stood as a symbol of environmental degradation—choked with plastic, sewage, and weeds. Today, it represents hope, revival, and what determined community action can achieve. Led by Dhruvansh NGO,…
Hyderabad, known for its heritage and rapid urban development, is also home to hundreds of lakes and water bodies. These lakes were once lifelines for drinking water, agriculture, biodiversity, and climate control. Today, however, many of them are choked with…
On June 21, 2025, two lakes in Hyderabad—Kotha Cheruvu in Kokapet and Mushkhi Cheruvu—came alive with the sound of breath, balance, and community harmony. As the sun rose gently over these revitalized waters, more than 200 participants joined Dhruvansh NGO…
By Dhruvansh NGO | Urban Lake Restoration | Gachibowli, Hyderabad Introduction Urban lakes are essential ecological assets that provide a range of ecosystem services—from groundwater recharge and temperature regulation to habitat for biodiversity. In Hyderabad’s Gachibowli region, one such lake—Barla…
By Dhruvansh NGO | Lake Restoration Movement | Narsingi, Hyderabad In the ever-evolving heart of Hyderabad, where real estate rises and traffic never stops, nature often fades quietly into the background. But nestled in Narsingi lies a forgotten jewel—Mushkin Cheruvu.…
“When the skies open, the earth heals — if we let it.” The monsoon isn’t just a season — it’s nature’s gift of revival. The rains bring water, life, and hope. For NGOs like Dhruvansh, the rainy season is the…
Nature Needs Us — And NGOs Are Leading the Way In today’s fast-paced world of construction, consumption, and climate change, our environment is under constant pressure. Forests are shrinking, lakes are drying up, air quality is deteriorating, and biodiversity is…
Kokapet Lake: A Natural Oasis Amidst Hyderabad’s Tech Landscape Tucked within the bustling IT corridor of Hyderabad, Kokapet Lake stands as a rare and precious reminder of the city’s natural heritage. As towering IT parks, premium residences, and rapid infrastructure…
Barlakunta Lake: A Forgotten Treasure Brought Back to Life Barlakunta Lake, once a vital freshwater body nestled in the heart of Hyderabad, had long suffered the consequences of urban neglect — choked with weeds, clogged by plastic, and stripped of…
Barla Kunta Lake, located in Indiranagar, Gachibowli (Hyderabad), is undergoing a remarkable transformation from a neglected urban water body to a model ecological site. This restoration is being led by Dhruvansh NGO, an organization renowned for its nature-based, chemical-free water…