Rs 7 crore to beautify & desilt Ward’s Lake
Govt to use Nanobubbles technology to oxygenate the lake, says Paul Lyngdoh
Shillong, June 17: The state government has earmarked Rs 7.3 crore for beautification and de-siltation of the iconic Ward’s Lake to enhance its potential as a tourist destination.
“Through the department of Urban Affairs, I am glad to share with you that an amount of Rs 7.3 crore has already been earmarked for beautifying the lake. This beautification will involve treatment of the water, what is known as oxygenation,” said Tourism Minister Paul Lyngdoh on Tuesday.
The notice inviting tender (NIT) has been issued, and work is likely to start in the next two weeks.
“Once completed, the water will be sparkling clean, and with this use of technology that is known as Nanobubbles, it will help to oxygenate the lake,” he said.
The minister further announced that Rs 4 crore has also been earmarked for starting the work for the light-and-sound show at Ward’s Lake. The project will take 6-8 months to complete, and work is expected to begin by the end of August.
Besides, 10-12 toilets will be constructed at various tourist sites at a cost of Rs 25 lakh.
