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Rotten Meat Crisis in Kashmir: Unveiling the Dark Side of the Valley’s Food Supply Chain

August 8, 2025 Editor

Rotten Meat Crisis in Kashmir: A Public Health Emergency Threatening Trust and Tradition By: Javid Amin | Srinagar | 07 Aug 2025 A Crisis of Trust and Taste In August 2025, the “Rotten meat crisis in Kashmir” came to light, sparking widespread outrage, fear, and introspection. What was once whispered in kitchens and markets became a public health emergency as authorities uncovered over 3.5 tonnes of spoiled, unlabelled, and potentially haram meat intended for mass consumption across restaurants, street stalls, and hotel kitchens in the Valley. This isn’t just about…

Kashmir Faces Diabetes Epidemic as Half of Cases Go Undetected

November 15, 2023 Editor

Diabetes is becoming a major public health concern in Kashmir, with an estimated prevalence of 10%, higher than the national average of 8%. This alarming trend is compounded by the fact that half of the people affected by the disease are unaware they have it. Dr. Nazir Pala, a leading endocrinologist in Kashmir, expressed deep concern over the growing diabetes epidemic and the lack of awareness among the population. He emphasized that many people with diabetes are unaware of the symptoms and only come to know about it when they…