MAIDHI

MAIDHI LAKE is in Lekhnath-9 kaski. The total area of this lake is 53.8210 hector. This is the most endangered lake. Various views are found to be the reason for the name ‘Maidhi’. It is said that, the idol (Murti) of ‘Baraha Debta’ was established and because of the words Mandir (Temple) and Murti(idol), it became Maidhi. Further it is believed that, since the depth of this lake isn’t found, it is thus called ‘Maidhi’.
It can be developed as the ‘Lake of Bio-diversity’ as the most endangered species of rice especially Lavo, terrestrial vegetations, various species of animals can be found here but in less number which can be preserved with proper care. It is thought to be more attractive if dam is put in this lake as that of Begnas. Study of various food crops can be done in this area.