Natural Lake / Talao
Operational Popular Spot
Rankala Lake Visarjan Chowk
Kolhapur, Maharashtra • Zone 3 • Rankala Lake Promenade, Hari Om Nagar, Kolhapur, Maharashtra 416012
About This Visarjan Destination
Historic lake of Kolhapur bordered by the Shalini Palace, equipped with illuminated platforms and 24-hour fire brigade divers.
Operating Hours / Timings
6:00 AM - 1:00 AM
Immersion Status
Active (Civic Monitored)
Facilities & On-Site Amenities
Certified Lifeguards & Boats
Available on site
Designated Vehicle Parking
Available on site
First Aid & Medical Booth
Available on site
Nirmalya Kalash (Flower Donation)
Available on site
Free Drinking Water Booth
Available on site
24/7 CCTV & Drone Surveillance
Available on site
Safety Rules & Visarjan Guidelines
Spot Notice: Use adjoining municipal metal tanks for painted idols. Hand over floral offerings.
What to Do (Do's)
- Hand over flower garlands and offerings to Nirmalya Kalash before reaching the water.
- Follow instructions of certified lifeguards and traffic police on duty.
- Ensure small children wear identification cards or emergency phone numbers.
- Prefer artificial tanks for household clay / Shadu Mati idols.
What to Avoid (Don'ts)
- Do NOT venture past the safety warning buoys or deep sea markers.
- Do NOT throw plastic bags, thermocol, or synthetic decorations into the water.
- Do NOT burst firecrackers on crowded promenades or boat jetties.
- Do NOT drive heavy vehicles past designated barricade parking points.
Emergency Helplines
24/7 ActiveDirect contact numbers for control room, lifeguards, and medical teams assigned to this visarjan spot.
KMC Control
0231-2540291 | Juna Rajwada Police: 0231-2541333
Call
Kolhapur Municipal: City Control: 112