Located in northwestern Tamil Nadu, Tiruvallur is a rapidly growing and developing district known for its abundant water bodies and cyclonic rainfall. The district is dotted with several hundred lakes, ponds, and reservoirs across its landscape. From the massive Poondi Reservoir, an important reservoir supplying drinking water to Chennai to the small ponds of Pandeswaram that serve as vital water sources for surrounding agricultural communities, these water bodies play a crucial role in sustaining life and livelihoods. Farmers, industries, and local communities all depend on this precious resource.
Senji Lake is a mega hydro-habitat located in Senji village, between the Cooum River and the Kosasthalaiyar River basins south – west of Tiruvallur city. Surrounded by farmlands, this 200+ acre lake is a one-of-a-kind water body that supports vast stretches of agricultural land and serves as a thriving habitat for diverse living organisms. In an effort to restore these valuable water bodies, E.F.I., in collaboration with the Tiruvallur District Administration and Caterpillar India, initiated a comprehensive restoration project under # BlueGreenTiruvallur. The goal was to revitalize these lakes into thriving natural habitats and dependable water resources for both the local community and wildlife.
The restoration efforts included removal of invasive weeds, desilting, strengthening and rebuilding embankments, creation of recharge pits, nesting islands, and installation of protective fencing wherever necessary. These initiatives have helped restore the lake to a healthy and sustainable state, reinforcing their importance to the region’s environmental and agricultural well-being.
Check out the restoration efforts being carried out at Seneji Lake
Volunteer for Tiruvallur & Her Environment with E.F.I.
