SAVE LOKTAK LAKE

Our Community & Their Livelihood :

The local communities living around Loktak Lake depend largely on the lake for their livelihood, with fishing being the primary source of income for most families.

Our Objective :

To create sustainable alternative livelihood opportunities that reduce over-dependence on fishing particularly during the fish breeding season while protecting the ecological balance of Loktak Lake.

Our Approach & Solutions :

Alternative Livelihood Development :-

We promote eco-friendly livelihood options that work in harmony with the lake ecosystem:

• • • • Thangjing (Water Foxnut) plantation
      • Tharo (Water Lily) cultivation
      • Heikak (Water Caltrop) cultivation

These initiatives provide income opportunities without harming aquatic biodiversity.

Environmental Challenges We Address :-

Loktak Lake faces multiple environmental threats, including:

• • • • Climate change
      • Water pollution
      • Deforestation
      • Decline of endangered and indigenous species

Our programs are designed to address these challenges while supporting community resilience.

Lake Conservation & Fisheries Support :-

To sustain traditional fishing practices and restore biodiversity, we collaborate with the Fisheries Department, Manipur to:

• • • • Release indigenous fish species into Loktak Lake
      • Compensate for reduced fishing during breeding seasons
      • Strengthen long-term ecological balance

Community Welfare & Essential Support :-

To improve daily living conditions and support education, we provide:

• • • • One water filter per family to ensure access to safe drinking water
      • Solar study lamps for students, promoting uninterrupted learning and clean energy use