As a protected reservoir and recreational public space, Sukhna Lake has no permanent residential population.
However, it experiences an enormous daily footfall, acting as a gathering space for the residents of the Chandigarh Tricity area (Chandigarh, Mohali, Panchkula). During weekends and public holidays, the lake promenade can host tens of thousands of visitors, including tourists, fitness enthusiasts, families, and street artists. The demographic of visitors is highly diverse, reflecting the cosmopolitan nature of Chandigarh's population, encompassing students, government officials, retirees, and international tourists.