Umiam Lake

In Meghalaya's embrace, serene and still,

Lies Umiam Lake, a tranquil thrill.

Also known as Barapani, a gem so bright,

Reflecting the heavens, a beacon of light.

Nestled in hills, just north of Shillong's embrace,

A reservoir of dreams, in a tranquil space.

Born from the Umiam river's gentle flow,

In the early '60s, its story did grow.

Mornings awakened with a gentle mist,

As dawn's first light, the lake has kissed.

Whispers of dawn, a soft embrace,

As the lake stirs with morning grace.

Beneath the canopy of stars at night,

Umiam Lake gleams with celestial light.

A tapestry of stars, a silent choir,

Reflecting in the lake's tranquil attire.

Oh, Umiam Lake, a jewel so fair,

In Meghalaya's embrace, beyond compare.

A haven of peace, where spirits roam free,

In nature's embrace, for eternity.

May the waves of Umiam, gentle and true,

Inspire our souls, in all that we do.

For in its beauty, we find our muse,

Umiam Lake, forever enthuse.

 ~Krishna Acharya

BIO: Krishna Acharya is an aspiring writer/poet from Ri-Bhoi, Meghalaya. A post graduate in English Literature and currently employed as PGT ENGLISH at PMSHRI School, Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya, Gomati, Tripura. He is the founder and Chief Editor of the poetic blog 'The Bard and the Ballard' and a Rising Star of the Global Poetic Forum Motivational Strips.