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Bengaluru, Aug 30: AUMOVIO Indiathe Indian unit of the German technology and electronics company AUMOVIOhas announced the restoration of Dhunturu Lake in Kanakapura taluk, Ramanagara district. The initiative is part of the company’s continued focus on community development, environmental stewardship, and long-term sustainability.

The Dhunturu Lake restoration project is designed to rejuvenate a vital freshwater ecosystem by improving the lake’s water-holding capacity, supporting biodiversity restorationand encouraging community participation in the conservation of shared natural resources. The project is expected to contribute to improving water securityecological balance, and long-term environmental resilience in the Kanakapura region.

This initiative builds on AUMOVIO India’s experience in implementing similar lake restoration projects, like the successful restoration of Hullahalli Lake. At Hullahalli, the project enhanced water-holding capacity, supported the revival of local biodiversity, restored the lake’s natural area, and strengthened community participation and ownership of the lake’s conservation.

Located in Dhunturu village, the lake spans 10 acres and 27 gunthas and serves as an important natural resource for the surrounding communities. Through the restoration work, AUMOVIO India aims to strengthen the lake ecosystem, improve its capacity to retain waterand support the revival of local flora and fauna. Improved groundwater recharge is also expected to support farmers in the region by enhancing irrigation potential and reducing dependence on unpredictable rainfall patterns.

The initiative will benefit the people of Kadahalli Gram Panchayat, which comprises 8 villages with a total population of 7,000 individuals and 1,700 households, as per the 2011 Census. In addition to environmental restorationthe project will help create awareness among local communities, youth, and students on water conservation, ecosystem sustainability, and the responsible management of natural resources.