Making everyday, Earth Day

[Usha Rajagopalan]

Dear Friends, 

The first time we celebrated Earth Day was in 2010 (photo attached) to publicize the revival of our Puttakere among  residents in the area. At that point, we had no idea that we were in for a long haul. In fact, even when we registered PNLIT in June that year, we did so to assist BBMP and ensure that the lake doesn't relapse. Signing an agreement with them in May 2011 and becoming official custodians of the lake meant no turning, or looking, back for us, trustees. Since then, the lake, and we, have come a long way. 

Thank you for being with us on this wonderful journey. We look forward to your continued support. A selection of photos taken at the lake this month, April 2022, has been attached. But there's nothing like visiting the lake and seeing the wonders for yourself!

It does indeed take a community to protect and nurture not just a lake but all natural resources. Wherever we are, let's do our bit to make the world a better place for our children to grow and flourish. Let them not have to fight the battles that we should have fought to make life on earth easier, cleaner, greener. 

Let's celebrate each day as Earth Day! 

Greetings to all. 

PNLIT team

Photo credits: 

Earth Day 2010 - Ashok Das, South City

Great cormorant, juvenile - Madhurima Das

Great cormorant with fish; Spot-billed duck; Bees on waterlilies - Jayashree Govind

Serene morning - Home guard Nithya

Nesting box with squirrel - Gardener Ramu

Nesting box in water; removing litter; Folk concert announcement - Nupur Jain

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Puttenahalli Lake from June 2010

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