https://www.taxtmi.com/news?id=64926 An accelerated state programme aims to clear encroachments from all lakes before the next Budget, with inventory data identifying remaining affected waterbodies. The plan mandates coordinated clearance across departments, restoration of lake boundaries, revival of lake users' associations by removing audit and procedural hurdles, and measures to make management financially sustainable. For lakes retaining over 50% water year-round, the government proposes auctioning fishing rights to generate revenue for maintenance and conservation, alongside capacity-building materials and institutional strengthening to support community-based lake management. en-us Tue, 16 Dec 2025 22:01:03 +0530 Tue, 16 Dec 2025 22:01:03 +0530 TaxTMI RSS Generator https://www.taxtmi.com/news?id=64926 An accelerated state programme aims to clear encroachments from all lakes before the next Budget, with inventory data identifying remaining affected waterbodies. The plan mandates coordinated clearance across departments, restoration of lake boundaries, revival of lake users' associations by removing audit and procedural hurdles, and measures to make management financially sustainable. For lakes retaining over 50% water year-round, the government proposes auctioning fishing rights to generate revenue for maintenance and conservation, alongside capacity-building materials and institutional strengthening to support community-based lake management. News - Tue, 16 Dec 2025 22:01:03 +0530 https://www.taxtmi.com/news?id=64926