Types of Lakes across India

Описание: They store water, support life, reflect the sky — and tell the story of India’s geography.

Lakes across India aren’t just water bodies — they’re climatic indicators, cultural symbols, and ecological lifelines.

From saltwater to freshwater, natural to artificial, here’s a journey across India’s most iconic lakes:

Famous Natural Lakes:
• Wular Lake (Jammu & Kashmir) – One of Asia’s largest freshwater lakes, formed by tectonic activity.
• Dal Lake (Srinagar) – Known for its scenic beauty and houseboats.
• Loktak Lake (Manipur) – Famous for phumdis (floating islands) and Keibul Lamjao — the world’s only floating national park.
• Chilika Lake (Odisha) – Asia’s largest brackish water lagoon, vital for migratory birds and fishing economy.
• Sambhar Lake (Rajasthan) – India’s largest inland saltwater lake, a key part of the salt industry.

Important Artificial Lakes:
• Gobind Sagar (Himachal Pradesh) – Created by the Bhakra Dam on Sutlej River.
• Hussain Sagar (Telangana) – Connects Hyderabad and Secunderabad.
• Rana Pratap Sagar (Rajasthan) – Built on the Chambal River.

Ecological & Economic Importance:
• Maintain groundwater levels
• Regulate microclimates
• Serve as biodiversity hubs
• Support tourism, irrigation, and livelihoods

For UPSC aspirants, Indian lakes link to geography, environment, water resources, biodiversity, and climate change.

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