Q. Veeranam Lake, recently seen in news, is located in which state?
Answer:
Tamil Nadu
Notes: Veeranam Lake, vital for Chennai's water supply, hit zero million cubic feet (mcft) in April, 2024, as per Chennai Metropolitan Water Supply and Sewerage Board (CMWSSB) data. Last year, it held 687.40 mcft; its capacity is 1,465 mcft. Located in Tamil Nadu's Cuddalore district, it's among the world's longest man-made lakes (14 km). It is built by Chola Prince Rajaditya Chola between 907-955 A.D., it's named after his father, Veeranarayanan. Fed by the Kollidam River, it's referenced in Kalki's "Ponniyin Selvan."