In Newslake
Kolleru Lake
Andhra Pradesh, India
Why in news
Jul 2026
The Central Empowered Committee ordered Andhra Pradesh to immediately remove fish ponds from this lake.
Key facts
- The Central Empowered Committee ordered Andhra Pradesh to immediately remove fish ponds from this lake.
UPSC relevance
Prelims
Prelims may ask its location and whether it is a Ramsar site.
Mains
Mains (GS-3): wetland conservation and environmental governance.
Asked in UPSC
2023, 2020, 2018, 2014, 2010
Frequently asked questions
Why is Kolleru Lake in the news?
Jul 2026: The Central Empowered Committee ordered Andhra Pradesh to immediately remove fish ponds from this lake.
Why is Kolleru Lake important for UPSC?
Prelims may ask its location and whether it is a Ramsar site. Mains (GS-3): wetland conservation and environmental governance.
Last updated: 2026-10-09