Mithi River and Urban Sustainability: A Blueprint for Restoration under Earth5R’s BlueCities Model
Setting the Context Flowing through the heart of Mumbai, the Mithi River has for centuries been more than just a river — it has been the city’s lifeline, culture bearer, and natural guardian. Originating from the overflow of the Powai Lake and the Vihar Lake, the river meanders through key industrial, residential, and informal settlement […]
Reviving Bellandur Lake: A Blueprint for Sustainable Urban Transformation in Bangalore Through Earth5R’s BlueCities Model
Bellandur Lake – Bengaluru’s Burden and Opportunity Flowing through the heart of Bengaluru, Bellandur Lake stands as the city’s largest water body, historically serving as a vital component of the region’s intricate network of lakes and canals. Once a thriving ecosystem supporting agriculture, fishing, and daily life for surrounding communities, the lake’s significance is deeply […]
From Pollution to Preservation: Earth5R’s Model for Himayat Sagar Lake and Hyderabad’s Urban Sustainability
The Lifeline of Hyderabad – Himayat Sagar Lake Himayat Sagar Lake, constructed in 1927, is one of the oldest artificial reservoirs serving the city of Hyderabad. Built during the reign of the Nizam, it was originally designed as a crucial water supply source to meet the growing demands of Hyderabad’s population (The Hindu). Situated approximately […]