People ask the Coimbatore Municipal Corporation to remove water hyacinths engulfing Ukkadam Valankulam, which obstructs view and spreads across the water body, posing environmental risks.
Coimbatore: Ukkadam Valankulam, located in the heart of Coimbatore, is now enveloped in water hyacinths, which obscure the water to an extent that it is not visible.
Rehabilitated under the Smart City project, the pond has well-laid pathways and sitting areas along its banks, enhancing its aesthetic appeal and accessibility. Small business and refreshment stalls along its periphery add to its charm, along with well-maintained gardens.
Despite the eastern side being developed, the opposite side is completely conquered by water hyacinths, indicating a hefty ecological imbalance threatening to spread if immediate action isn't taken. Environmentalists and the public have urged the Coimbatore Municipal Corporation to promptly remove these invasive plants to avert potential environmental damage and ensure a healthier ecosystem for Ukkadam Valankulam.
Rehabilitated under the Smart City project, the pond has well-laid pathways and sitting areas along its banks, enhancing its aesthetic appeal and accessibility. Small business and refreshment stalls along its periphery add to its charm, along with well-maintained gardens.
Despite the eastern side being developed, the opposite side is completely conquered by water hyacinths, indicating a hefty ecological imbalance threatening to spread if immediate action isn't taken. Environmentalists and the public have urged the Coimbatore Municipal Corporation to promptly remove these invasive plants to avert potential environmental damage and ensure a healthier ecosystem for Ukkadam Valankulam.