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Plastic pollution poses threat to Kashmir’s Great Lakes trek

Umar Raina
Last updated: August 9, 2024 12:44 am
Umar Raina
Published: August 9, 2024
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Ganderbal, Aug 08:- The seven Great Lakes in Central Kashmir’s Ganderbal district are facing a severe pollution crisis due to the irresponsible disposal of plastic by trekkers.
Plastic bottles and polythene bags are being discarded in pristine areas, contaminating the environment and contributing to the lakes’ deterioration.

The affected lakes include Vishansar, Gadsar, Gangabal, and Satsar, where trekking activities are at their peak. Local sources have reported that trekkers are leaving behind significant amounts of plastic waste, which is tarnishing the natural beauty of these sites.
A local trekker guide expressed concern over the situation, urging all visitors and guides to refrain from littering. “We urge every trekker or local guide not to put garbage on the premises of Veshansar and its adjacent areas so that the beauty of the area continues to be preserved,” he said. He also called for a complete ban on plastic use in the region.
Vishansar, situated at the foothills of the mountains and approximately 30 km from the tourist resort Sonamarg, is one of the lakes drawing numerous visitors each year. This influx of tourists significantly boosts the local economy, which heavily relies on tourism.
Trekkers often stay for at least two days at Shutkadi Sonamarg on the banks of the River Sindh before embarking on their treks. Vishansar is renowned for its trout fish, a popular delicacy among tourists. The fisheries department has deployed employees to monitor and prevent illegal fishing.
The Kashmir Great Lakes Trek, which includes treks to lakes such as Krishnasar, Gangabal, Satsar, and Gadsar, offers both short and long trekking options for experienced adventurers. However, the increasing pollution threatens to undermine the natural allure that makes these treks so popular.
Locals are calling for immediate action, including stricter regulations and better waste management practices, to protect these precious natural resources.

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