Mysore/Mysuru: Thousands of fish have died in Hebbal Lake on the outskirts of city, holding mirror to the allegations of apathy on the part of local civic body. Along with fish, several other aquatic creatures have also met their tragic end, sparking concerns among environmentalists.
The public blame it on the release of sewage water produced in several residential areas and industrial effluents discharged from the industries in Hebbal and Hootagalli Industrial Areas in city, resulting in the contamination of Lake water, claiming lives of several aquatic creatures. The dead fish floating in water in large numbers can be seen near the Sewage Treatment Plant (STP) at the Lake. Similar scene can be witnessed in other parts of the lake too, with stench emanating forcing morning walkers to close their nostrils. At times, the tepid smell transcends Lake area and hits the localities nearby, adding to the woes of the dwellers.
