Ponneri Lake
In view of the birth anniversary of the legendary Tamil king Rajendra Chola I on Aadi Thiruvathirai on July 23 2025, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister announced that the ‘Chola Gangam’ lake (locally known as Ponneri lake) to be developed at a cost of Rs. 12 crore.
- Ponneri is a prominent water body situated within the vicinity of Gangaikonda Cholapuram in the Ariyalur District of Tamil Nadu.
- This historic lake owes its existence to Rajendra Chola I, a famous ruler of the Chola Dynasty.
- It was dug by King Rajendra Chola I to celebrate his northern campaign, according to Tiruvalangadu Copper ....
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