Mysore/Mysuru, Feb. 1 -- The issue of an alleged encroachment of a lake in K.C. Layout (Kempu Cheluvajammanni Layout), near the foothills of Chamundi, was raised in the Legislative Assembly on Friday.

Raising the matter, Krishnaraja MLA T.S. Srivatsa drew the Government's attention to the sudden construction of a compound wall around the lake area and criticised officials for their delay in taking action.

Speaking in the House, he said that the lake had been encroached upon, but officials concerned had failed to initiate any corrective measures so far. He expressed displeasure over the continued inaction.

According to the MLA, the land falls under Kurubarahalli Survey No. 4 and is being claimed as private property. However, official ma...