Tag: Dr. Raja Muzaffar Bhat

Unsustainable sand mining in Kashmir Rivers: Dr. Raja Muzaffar Bhat Interview
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Unsustainable sand mining in Kashmir Rivers: Dr. Raja Muzaffar Bhat Interview

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(Feature Image: Taken from a report titled “Mining in Nallah Romeshi: DMO Pulwama submits report” by Rising Kashmir, 04 Dec. 2024)

When it comes to environmental issues in Kashmir, the Srinagar based Dr. Raja Muzaffar Bhat dons many hats. He is an independent researcher, often tracking river courses, glacier zones and forest lands to gain firsthand insight into the unfolding impact of changing climate, land use on water sources, rivers and people. He is a writer with clear thoughts articulating concerns over ongoing environmental degradation in the region.

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Indian People’s Fight Against Destructive Riverbed Mining
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Indian People’s Fight Against Destructive Riverbed Mining

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Since 1997, March 14 has been observed as an International Day of Action for Rivers across the world. This year the 29th event on the topic will be celebrated with the theme ‘Our Rivers, Our Future’. Marking the day, SANDRP through this account highlights the exemplary work being done by activists and organizations in protecting the rivers from destructive riverbed mining practices in India. 

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