Sukhna Lake is an integral part of Chandigarh's civic and recreational life. Several local organizations work to maintain its beauty, promote sports, and protect its ecosystem:
* **The Lake Club, Chandigarh:** Administered by the Chandigarh Sports Department, this club provides recreational and sporting facilities, including tennis, squash, swimming, and a gymnasium, located on the banks of the lake. * **Chandigarh Rowing Association (CRA):** Organizes rowing events, training camps, and national championships at the lake's international-standard rowing channel. * **Save Sukhna Campaign / Local Environmental NGOs:** Various citizen-led groups and NGOs frequently organize clean-up drives, awareness campaigns, and petitions to combat the lake's siltation and pollution issues. * **Chandigarh Bird Club:** A community of avid birdwatchers and ornithologists who document the migratory and resident bird species at the lake and the adjoining Sukhna Wildlife Sanctuary. * **Rotary & Lions Clubs of Chandigarh:** These international service organizations frequently use the lake promenade for charity walks, marathons, and public health awareness campaigns. * **Chandigarh Tourism & CITCO:** The Chandigarh Industrial and Tourism Development Corporation (CITCO) manages the Chef Lakeview restaurant and oversees tourism initiatives around the lake.
