Amazon India's Bold Move to Revive Bengaluru's Yamare Lake

Amazon India teams up with the NGO SayTrees to restore Bengaluru's Yamare Lake, aiming to replenish 270 million liters of water annually, expanding the lake's size from 0.6 to 21 acres. The initiative supports Amazon's goal of returning more water than it uses by 2027.

Amazon India has announced a significant collaboration with SayTrees, a Bengaluru-based NGO, to restore the Yamare Lake located near Sarjapur Road. The project aims to replenish 270 million liters of water annually and increase the lake's size from its current 0.6 acres to an expansive 21 acres.

This initiative is part of Amazon's broader strategy to return more water to Indian communities than it consumes by 2027. Yamare Lake, previously plagued by degradation due to waste disposal, stands to transform into a vibrant ecosystem, greatly benefiting local communities through improved water availability and groundwater infiltration.

Karnataka's Deputy Chief Minister, D K Shivakumar, underscored the impact of corporate stewardship in conserving vital water resources. He emphasized the role of responsible water management and community development as essential factors in ensuring the health of both people and the environment.

(With inputs from agencies.)