The entire Kashmir region has been considered as one of the hotspot for national\/ international tourists.
\nThe condition of its meadows, mesmerizing views of lakes and streams are different in every season,
\nwhich touches the hearts of visitors. Those who want to see the snowfall in winter and slide on its flock
\nto the cold regions from all over Pakistan. Every view of Kashmir valley is quixotic for them. With the
\nrecent trends in climatic conditions and environmental degradation in the last few decades, Kashmir is
\nlosing its traditional environment.
\nWhile attending the recent seminar organized on the issue of the effects of climate change in Kashmir, I
\nwas surprised to learn that this year’s spring season lasted only a few days due to which strange changes
\nare being observed in the environment. That is why maize production is also severely affected along with
\nthe decline in fruit and vegetable cultivation in Kashmir.
\nThe global think tank German Watch has said in a recent report that after the Philippines and Haiti,
\nPakistan could be the most permanently affected country in the world by natural disasters as a result of
\nclimatic conditions. In this regard, the major environmental threats will make Pakistan and Kashmir
\nprone to bear massive losses. As the state will expose to rapid floods, droughts, famines, fluctuations in
\nseasonal rainfall patterns, sudden rise in sea level and rivers, and extreme heat waves.
\nOne of the reason for the above-mentioned problems is the increase in population in mountainous areas
\nand building infrastructure along rivers, the uninterrupted influx of tourists, deforestation, the
\nproliferation of vehicle utility, and lack of mismanagement for the preservation of freshwater resources
\nand disposal of waste. In addition to this, more fueling is done through unauthorized human
\ninterventions in animal habitats, construction of development projects without survey and careless
\ndistribution of resources.
\nThe role of government and local administrations is crucial in the whole trend of environmental
\ndegradation, which gives rise to climate change. Its job is to set up structures and mechanisms to
\nmitigate the negative effects of human activities on the environment. That is a fact. That is why
\ngovernments around the world have enacted legislation for the sake of the environment, and they are
\nnow being strictly enforced.
\nHere the government itself is taking such measures, which increase the environmental pollution. Illegal
\ndeforestation is not only rampant but the government itself is involved in deforestation in the name of
\ndevelopment projects. At the same time, valuable Timber wood logs from Kashmir’s forests are sold
\noutside the state. Ignoring the environment can be very dangerous for achieving development.
\nUnfortunately, the government seems to be sacrificing the environment for the benefit of the people,
\nrather than for the wider and lasting interests of the people.
\nThere is a need for civil society and NGOs of Kashmir to join hands and save the region from the worst
\nswamp of global warming by raising awareness among the masses and through small initiatives. The
\npeople of Kashmir need to put pressure on the administration the system of nature should not be
\ntampered with for its own interests.
\nClimate change is also a major cause of forest fires across Pakistan. As a result of this fire, two officials of
\nthe Azad Kashmir Forest Department have also lost their lives recently. The fire has also severely
\ndamaged fruits, wildlife populations and the environment.
\nThere should be a complete ban on the construction near water reservoirs. A policy of non-destruction
\nof glaciers should be adopted. In addition, we need to plant trees at least in our local areas, protect
\nwater resources from pollution, protect forests, and create a sense in people about how we can avoid
\nglobal warming.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
The entire Kashmir region has been considered as one of the hotspot for national\/ international tourists. The condition of its meadows, mesmerizing views of lakes and streams are different in every season, which touches the hearts of visitors. Those who want to see the snowfall […]<\/p>\n
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