India, June 11 -- 8 years after rejuvenation.

MP flags severe pollution in once-pristine lake near Chamundi Hill, promises action

Mysuru: Mysuru-Kodagu MP Yaduveer Wadiyar has expressed serious concern over the pollution of the historic Thippayyanakere at the foot of Chamundi Hill, where untreated sewage has been flowing in, severely contaminating the water body. He assured residents that swift measures would be taken to rejuvenate and protect the lake.

Responding to widespread complaints from residents, Yaduveer Wadiyar visited the lake on June 7 and inspected the site. During the visit, he noted with concern that sewage from nearly half a dozen surrounding residential layouts was being discharged directly into the lake.

Residents in...