Pong Dam Lake
Lake
Pong Dam Lake
Pong Dam Lake, also called Maharana Pratap Sagar, is a large man-made reservoir formed in 1975 by constructing the highest earth-fill dam in India on the Beas River in Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. It covers about 24,529 hectares and is a significant wildlife sanctuary known for its rich biodiversity, particularly as a habitat for over 420 species of birds, including many migratory waterfowl.
The lake and surrounding wetlands serve as an important resting and breeding site for birds migrating from colder regions. It was declared a Ramsar site in 2002, recognizing its international importance as a wetland ecosystem. The reservoir also supports fisheries and provides water for irrigation and hydroelectric power generation.
The Pong Dam Lake Wildlife Sanctuary covers about 240 square kilometers and is popular among nature lovers and bird watchers, especially during the winter migration season. The dam and lake together form a crucial ecological, recreational, and resource site in the Shivalik hills region of Himachal Pradesh.
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Pong Dam Lake is located in Kangra, Himachal Pradesh.
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