Integrated approach needed to revive Akkulam lake and protect entire basin: Biju Prabhakar

Thiruvananthapuram, Nov 14 (UNI) Former Kerala Government Secretary Biju Prabhakar has called for an integrated, science-based approach to restore Akkulam Lake, stressing that the water body cannot be rejuvenated without protecting and rehabilitating its entire catchment basin. He was speaking at a strategic consultation on 'Shaping a Resilient Thiruvananthapuram', jointly organised by the Trivandrum Management Association (TMA) and the Professional Group for Sustainable Development of Thiruvananthapuram (PGSDT) at TMA House, Kowdiar. Moderating the discussion, Prabhakar emphasised the need for scientific planning, coordination among institutions and sustained efforts to translate development proposals into tangible results. The consultation featured a presentation by…