Editorial photo #13894112 Environmental Issue
Kashmir's Iconic Dal Lake Battles Pollution And Algae Amid Ongoing Restoration Efforts
An excavator loads weeds removed from the waters of Dal Lake onto a truck in Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir, on June 27, 2026. Dal Lake, a prominent tourist destination in Kashmir, is experiencing ecological challenges due to untreated sewage, silt, and solid waste entering the lake. Elevated nutrient levels have led to increased growth of aquatic weeds and algae, affecting the lake's ecosystem and fish populations, which impacts local fishing communities. (Photo by Firdous Nazir/NurPhoto)
