Hyderabad — once known for its serene chain of lakes — has faced the growing challenges of pollution, encroachment, and urbanization. But amid these challenges, Dhruvansh NGO has emerged as a powerful force of change, bringing life back to the city’s dying water bodies through sustainable, community-driven lake restoration.
With the motto “My Earth, My Responsibility,” Dhruvansh is proving that with the right blend of nature-based solutions, technology, and community participation, even the most polluted lakes can be transformed into thriving ecosystems once again.
🌊 Barlakunta Lake: A Model for Urban Lake Restoration
Once choked with weeds and sewage, Barlakunta Lake in Gachibowli was losing its ecological balance. But Dhruvansh NGO stepped in with a clear vision — to restore the lake naturally without heavy infrastructure costs.
Through Floating Treatment Wetlands (FTWs), bio-enzymes, solar aeration systems, and community clean-up drives, the NGO revived Barlakunta’s water quality, allowing aquatic life to return. Volunteers and residents came together, cleaning the shores, planting native species, and ensuring waste segregation around the lake.
Today, Barlakunta stands as a living example of successful lake rejuvenation — a shining model that demonstrates how nature-based interventions can deliver long-term results.
💧 Kokapet (Kotha Cheruvu): A Collaborative Success Story
Kokapet Lake, also known as Kotha Cheruvu, was another neglected waterbody burdened by pollution and urban runoff. Dhruvansh NGO, with the support of corporate CSR initiatives and local authorities, launched a large-scale restoration campaign.
Through desilting, weed removal, bund strengthening, and biodiversity enrichment, Kokapet Lake began to breathe again. The project was not just about water purification — it was about reconnecting the community with its environment.
Even on rainy days, volunteers, students, and corporate teams joined the cleaning drives, showing their commitment to a cleaner and greener Hyderabad. This project now serves as a beacon of public-private partnership in environmental conservation.
🌱 Mushkin Cheruvu: Community Efforts That Inspire
At Mushkin Cheruvu, Dhruvansh’s approach focuses on continuous maintenance and community engagement. Regular clean-up drives, bio-enzyme usage, and awareness campaigns have transformed this once-neglected lake into a space of pride for local residents.
Corporate volunteers and nearby residents actively participate in monthly drives, ensuring that the progress made is sustained for years to come. Mushkin Cheruvu is not just being restored — it is being protected and nurtured by the people who live around it.
🌎 Sustainable Impact: Beyond Lake Restoration
The impact of Dhruvansh’s efforts goes beyond cleaning water bodies. These projects have:
- 🌿 Improved groundwater recharge
- 🐦 Revived local biodiversity — from birds to aquatic species
- 🌼 Created serene recreational and green zones
- 🤝 Brought together schools, corporates, and communities under one green mission
By choosing eco-friendly and cost-effective technologies, Dhruvansh has developed a restoration model that can be replicated across India — transforming more polluted lakes into sustainable ecosystems.
🤲 Join the Movement — Be a Guardian of Hyderabad’s Lakes
Dhruvansh’s mission thrives on people’s participation. You can be part of the change by:
- 🧹 Volunteering for clean-up drives and plantation events
- 🧪 Donating bio-enzymes or participating in awareness campaigns
- 💼 Partnering through CSR initiatives to fund eco-restoration projects
Every drop counts — and every volunteer helps bring Hyderabad’s lakes one step closer to revival.
💚 In Conclusion
Through its ongoing work at Barlakunta, Kokapet, and Mushkin Cheruvu, Dhruvansh NGO is redefining what sustainable urban development looks like. With passion, community, and eco-innovation, they are not just cleaning lakes — they are reviving hope, biodiversity, and balance in Hyderabad’s ecosystem.
Together, we can make our lakes — and our planet — thrive again. 🌍💦
