Mysore/Mysuru, July 28 -- Funds from Lake Development Cess: MDA Commissioner Rakshith

The long-awaited rejuvenation of Mysuru's historic Lakes - vital lifelines for the city and taluk and major tourist attractions - is finally set in motion.

In a bid to combat rising pollution and transform these water bodies into public spaces, six major Lakes including Dalvoy Lake on Mysuru-Nanjangud Road, will soon undergo large-scale restoration.

The total cost of the Lake rejuvenation project is estimated at Rs. 40 crore: Dalvoy Lake - Rs. 15 crore; Huyilalu, Hinkal, Devanur, Bugathagalli and Vajamangala Lakes - Rs. 5 crore each. In addition, several smaller Lakes near these water bodies will also be restored.

At a Single-Window Lake Development ...