Rajindra Lake

Rajindra Lake is a large body of water in Patiala, India, created around 1885 and located near the Kali Mata temple and district court buildings. Water enters through a system of gates and pipelines connected to the Bhakra canal, which supplies the region.

The lake was established in the late 1800s and became a popular spot with fountains and boats during the early 2000s. After years of neglect and partial attempts at restoration, work recently began to bring it back to its former state.

The lake is named after Maharaja Rajindra Singh and reflects Patiala's connection to its royal past. Today, locals and visitors use it as a place to walk and sit quietly, especially during morning and evening hours.

The lake is easily accessible and will have a walking path circling it with new lighting planned for the route. Early morning and evening visits are most pleasant, when temperatures are cooler and the area is quieter.

Water enters the lake through a special regulatory gate near a railway crossing on Nabha Road, which controls flow using a managed system. This water management facility is part of a larger initiative called Mission Tandrust Punjab, aimed at restoring water bodies across the state.