Gandharv Kund

The proposed intervention aims to restore the ecological balance of Gandharva Kund by improving water quality, stabilising the edges, enhancing biodiversity and creating a clean, safe and serene space for the community and pilgrims.

LocationAanyor Village,Govardhan
ImportanceEcological / Cultural /Religious / Historical
ApproachOn the GovardhanParikrama Marg
Area1.59 ha (~15,900 m²)
Coordinates27°27′59.37″N77°26′22.54″E
Gandharv Kund existing condition
Existing condition
Littered banks and waste dumping at Gandharv Kund
Littered banks & waste dumping
Gandharv Kund dry, degraded and algae-choked
Existing condition — dry, degraded, algae-choked
Gandharv Kund view
View
Gandharv Kund key plan
Key plan
Gandharv Kund ghat
Ghat
Gandharv Kund locating plan (satellite)
Locating plan (satellite)
Gandharv Kund existing condition with annotated issues
Existing condition
Proposed visual of the restored Gandharv Kund
Proposed visual
Grading of water bodies — Govardhan Tehsil

Waste related issues — very poor (E · 90). Dump yard nearby: present · solid waste disposal: present · sewage disposal: present · religious waste: not present · waste around the water body: present.

Physical condition — poor (D · 67). Cattle bathing, no boundary, algae growth, loss in water/dry, encroachment: present · deterioration of edges: not present.

Other impurities — poor (D · 50). Storm water & storm water carrying impurities from open drains: present · bathing/washing, agricultural contaminants: not present.

About the proposal

Restoring a sacred water body, reviving nature. The proposed intervention aims to restore the ecological balance of Gandharva Kund by improving water quality, stabilizing the edges, enhancing biodiversity and creating a clean, safe and serene space for the community and pilgrims.

Benefits
  • Improved water quality
  • Enhanced biodiversity
  • Cultural & spiritual revival
  • Community well-being
  • Sustainable environment
Key proposed features
Water quality improvementAquatic & marginal plantingNative tree plantationAccess platform & ghatsNatural stone pathwayWaste managementCommunity friendly space