The river around the island is known for its abundant fishing, where you can while away the day, or just relax in your private hut and wait for the local staff to cook mouth-watering Indian dishes such as fish curry, pappadam or vegetable korma.

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And while the projects are usually sited away from fish-spawning grounds, aquatic life still can get trapped behind the weirs or at the mouth of the penstock.

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