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Kashmir’s New Generation on the Brink of Moral Crisis: Rise in Immoral Activities Sparks Concerns

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Kashmir's New Generation on the Brink of Moral Crisis: Rise in Immoral Activities Sparks Concerns

By: Javid Amin The younger generation in Kashmir is facing numerous challenges that pose a significant threat to the region’s future. Unemployment is one of the most pressing issues, with a high youth unemployment rate and a lack of job opportunities leading many young people towards immoral activities. Low levels of education and skills training exacerbate the problem, making it challenging for young people to find decent employment. To address this issue, the government and society must provide education and training opportunities to the youth. The private sector also has…

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Amid pandemic horrified drug abuse goes unabated in Srinagar, Anantnag

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A first of its kind study has found around 2 percent prevalence of substance abuse, majorly opioids, in two districts of Kashmir. The percentage translates into Rs 3.7 crore being spent every day on drugs of abuse by 17000 people in the two districts. Institute of Mental Health and Neurosciences (IMHANS) has carried out a pilot study to find the contours of substance abuse in Srinagar and Anantnag commissioned by World Vision India. The study is titled “Pattern and prevalence of substance use and dependence in Kashmir: Special focus on…

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