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Key Facts about Ambazari Lake

May 22, 2026

Deployment of high-capacity harvester machines at Ambazari Lake has finally given a major push to the long-pending battle against the massive spread of water hyacinth.

About Ambazari Lake:

  • It is located near the southwest border of Nagpur in Maharashtra.
  • It is the oldest, largest, and one of the eleven lakes adorning the city.
  • It was built in 1870 under the rule of the Bhonsle dynasty.
  • It was constructed as a reservoir to supply water to Nagpur, and it played a crucial role in meeting the city’s water needs for over 30 years.
  • The lake’s origins are tied to the Nag River, which flows from it.
  • The name “Ambazari” is derived from the Marathi word “Amba,” meaning mango, as the lake is surrounded by mango trees.
  • A well-maintained garden was developed beside Ambazari Lake in 1958.

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