Hyderabad, Oct. 9 -- Have you seen the reel? Social media in Hyderabad is buzzing over stunning videos that are declaring Beeramguda Cheruvu as "the prettiest lake in Hyderabad." Right now, the water body near Ameenpur is blanketed in a breathtaking sea of purple blossoms, set against the backdrop of the rising skyline. It looks like a fairytale lavender field, capturing hearts and trending as the city's latest must-visit aesthetic spot.

But is it really? Well, not exactly.

A beautiful deception

This picture-perfect scenery comes with an ecological catch. The purple view is fleeting, and for good reason. That dazzling violet carpet isn't a natural bloom; it is a massive infestation of invasive Water Hyacinth. While it makes for an envi...