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EnvironmentSunday, 19 April 2026·The Hindu

Hussain Sagar Lake Hit by Algal Bloom from Eutrophication

Hyderabad's Hussain Sagar Lake suffered a severe algal bloom and foul odour caused by eutrophication — excess nutrients like nitrogen and phosphorus entering the water.

Key highlights

  • Cause: eutrophication (excess nitrogen and phosphorus).
  • Highlights urban lake pollution concerns.
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