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Chinna Punalvasal Lake

A vital wetland of Salem, now on the path to long-term protection. Our efforts were instrumental in the official listing of the lake as a potential Ramsar Site by the Tamil Nadu Wetlands Mission.

Project Location

Punalvasl Village , Thalaivasal Taluk , Salem District

Project Status

Ongoing

Project Funding

Living My Promise (partial)

About the Project

Chinna Punalvasal Lake is one of Salem’s most ecologically important wetlands. Our contribution was instrumental in the official listing of the lake as a potential Ramsar Site by the Tamil Nadu Wetlands Mission. We implemented a holistic conservation initiative for the long-term protection of the lake.

Expected Outcomes

38.45 acres of restored wetland and improved ecological conditions.

1,000 native tree saplings planted and maintained.

Increased bird populations and biodiversity.

Submission of the proposal for Ramsar Site.

Increased water storage of the lake by ~20 million liters.

500+ students and community members directly engaged.

Active local leadership in wetland governance inspires surrounding Panchayats to undertake similar projects.