Beggar free city
Though Jammu and Kashmir has identified less than two thousand individuals involved in begging, the menace is proving to be much more pestering than what the numbers suggest. Importantly, under the Centre’s SMILE scheme near to 500 individuals have already been rehabilitated and in Srinagar district where the problem is more visible, more than 1,000 […]
Strict regulations and guidelines needed for treating bio-waste
Bio-medical waste management is one of the key concerns of health experts who believe that treatment of the bio-medical waste should be done in the most professional way. Notably, about 85% of the total waste generated by healthcare activities is normal, non-hazardous waste which is comparable to household waste. The remaining 15% is considered hazardous […]
Parking and traffic woes
This summer season the road traffic has been an absolute mess across Kashmir Valley. From busy and crowded places like city centre LalChowk, to places that are known as tourist spots people have been gasping to witness smooth flow of traffic and availability of parking spaces. Traffic in Srinagar and other major towns has been […]
Energy prices may witness some relief
Increase in energy costs has put a huge burden on a common man. Before sanctions were imposed by the US due to crisis in the gulf region, Iran was India’s third-largest supplier and offered credit, rupee payment, and freight discounts. This entire situation has changed drastically after the Iran-US war and now that the situation […]
Let us learn lessons as well
On June 12 last year the entire country witnessed the horrific and tragic crash of an Air India flight in Ahmadabad that left 241 people dead. Families lost loved ones and what remained is a scar that will haunt them lifelong. Twelve months later, the grief remains fresh for those directly affected. For the rest […]
Policy with intent
The focus of the administration in Jammu and Kashmir these days is fixed entirely on curbing the drug menace besides ensuring a comprehensive rehabilitation policy for those who have fallen victims to the drug menace. In this direction a major step towards strengthening the fight against substance abuse and ensuring long-term recovery of affected individuals, […]
Disaster ready mechanism
Jammu and Kashmir is exposed to the vagaries of weather round the year. From harsh winters to severe hot summers, the region experiences all types of weather and the related issues associated with it. Last year’s floods, cloudbursts, and landslides in several parts of the UT were a harsh reminder. Natural disasters do not send […]
Zojila Tunnel: A New LifelineZojila Tunnel: A New Lifeline
Asia’s longest tunnel project at Zojila is a major breakthrough in road connectivity for Kashmir and Ladakh region. Once fully ready, this 14.2 km bi-directional tunnel under the Zojila Pass at 11,575 feet will change the geography of connectivity between Kashmir Valley and Ladakh. Notably, for decades, the Srinagar-Leh highway closed for nearly six months […]
Agricultural Financing should be encouraged
Jammu and Kashmir can achieve greater heights in the field of agriculture as the region has a distinct topography that is suited for various crops that are not only high yielding but can fetch higher revenues for the UT. Therefore, there is a need for giving a major push to agricultural financing so that the […]
Sanitation gains in JK
Jammu and Kashmir has changed fast in the last few years. The twin cities of Jammu and Srinagar have been at the center of this shift. Year after year, both cities have shown visible improvement in waste management. Door-to-door garbage collection is now in place, public waste disposal points have increased, and city authorities are […]