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Garbage Dumping Yard At River Jhelum In Baramulla

Dogs search for food in a garbage dumping yard on the banks of the Jhelum River in Baramulla, Jammu and Kashmir, India, on April 9, 2026. The disposal of garbage on riverbanks contributes to water pollution, impacting aquatic life. Freshwater lakes in Jammu and Kashmir, including Dal, Wular, and the Jhelum River, are experiencing ecological degradation due to untreated sewage, solid waste dumping, and high pollutant levels, with over 74% of 697 lakes either disappearing or shrinking. (Photo by Nasir Kachroo/NurPhoto)

Photo ID	#13554293
Date Taken	9 April 2026
Location	N/A
Photographer	Nasir Kachroo/NurPhoto
Category	Environmental Issue
Copyright	© 2026 NurPhoto - Nasir Kachroo/NurPhoto

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