Flood Situation Due to Rain: Monsoon season means relief from rain and the perfect time to travel, as it fills up many lakes and revives waterfalls. South India is one of the places you must visit during monsoon to make the most of the place. If you are in Karnataka then you must visit Hubli Unkal Lake in Hubli city. It is one of the most important lakes in the city, which is overflowing at this time. Continuous rains have created flood situation in Hubli city and surrounding villages. Tourists flock to the lake as excess water flows into the main drainage system. Monsoon, lush greenery and falling temperatures create picturesque views, making it an ideal place to relax and unwind. However, the overflow of water has also raised concerns. If the rainwater from the lake continues to rise and fills the drainage system, where sewage also flows, it may overflow the drainage system and flood the houses. The drainage system is clogged with garbage and this has caused concern among the residents of the area.
Lake Ankala is a beautiful recreational spot for the civic population. Apart from this, it is also the main source of drinking water for the twin cities of Hubli and Dharwad. According to ancient records, the lake is estimated to be at least 110 years old and is spread over 200 acres. The lake has been remodeled and the management has added a canopy for pedestrians, benches to sit, dustbins, plantations and umbrellas to ensure that no garbage is dumped in the area. It also has a garden and recreational facilities for children. Unkala is also considered to be the karmabhoomi of Shri Siddappa who was born in 1859. He is considered to be a great scholar. They used to call him Ajja while others called him Huccha Siddappajja because of his attire. He used to apply holy ash on his body. He left his home in search of a spiritual master and settled at the Sri Mailarlinga Temple in Unkal.
