In closing two days, 194 crocodiles have been relocated from Panchmuli lake near Statue of Unity in Narmada district, Gujarat.
Highlights:
Crocodiles have been relocated for the security of tourists do boat rides in the Panchmuli lake.
This lake is situated near the 182-metre-tall statue of in Kevadia.
Lake has grown to be a fundamental vacationer attraction. It had a giant number of crocodiles which used to be a threat to visitors.
Background:
In between October & March 2019-20, 143 crocodiles had been relocated. In 2020-21, 51 crocodiles were shifted to two rescue centres in Gandhinagar and Godhra. In 2019-20, seventy-three rescued crocodiles were released into Sardar Sarovar reservoir.
About Panchmuli lake
This lake is also recognised as Dyke-3 of Sardar Sarovar Dam. It was developed for travellers travelling to the Statue of Unity. Lake is located about 5 km away from the Statue of Unity. It presents a clear view of the Vindhyachal mountain range and Sardar Sarovar Dam.