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CAG Finds Nearly Half Of Jammu And Kashmir’s Lakes Have Vanished Since 1967
Used plastic bottles are seen 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, face ecological challenges 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)
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| Photo ID | #13555032 |
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| Date Taken | |
| Location | N/A |
| Photographer | Nasir Kachroo/NurPhoto |
| Category | Environmental Issue |
| Copyright | © 2026 NurPhoto - Nasir Kachroo/NurPhoto |
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