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Amarnath Cave Shrine In Kashmir Himalayas Gets Motorable Road, But At What Cost?

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Amarnath Cave Shrine In Kashmir Himalayas Gets Motorable Road, But At What Cost?

A Road to Development or Ecological Peril? By: Javid Amin The Amarnath Cave Shrine, a place of divine serenity ensconced in the lofty Himalayas of Kashmir, is more than just a pilgrimage site. It’s a spiritual beacon that draws millions of Hindu devotees from across the world. At an altitude of over 3,800 meters, this shrine is not just a religious destination; it’s an arduous journey into the heart of nature’s splendor. However, the recent developments in the Kashmir Valley, driven by the Indian government’s initiatives, have brought about significant…

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Omar Abdullah faces criticism for Neglecting Environment after sharing photo of Soil Erosion

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Omar Abdullah faces criticism for Neglecting Environment after sharing photo of Soil Erosion

Former Jammu and Kashmir chief minister Omar Abdullah was criticised for neglecting environment during his tenure as after he shared a picture of soil erosion somewhere in the country during the recent heavy rainfall. The National Conference vice-president pointed at government apathy and wilful ignorance as the reasons for allowing huge structures on unstable land on hillsides. “Years of govt apathy and wilful ignorance while multi-storey concrete structures were built on unstable hillsides has lethal consequences. Who thought these buildings were a good idea? All hill states need to be…

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