‘Plastic Shahmaar’ exposes plastic pollution threat to River Kishanganga in Gurez
Srinagar, September 8, 2025: The short film Plastic Shahmaar (Plastic Monster), directed by Ajaz Dar , Marzia, Peerzada Shoaib, and Pakeeza Qureshi, has garnered attention for its powerful depiction of plastic pollution’s devastating effects on the River Kishanganga in Gurez, Jammu and Kashmir. Released on YouTube, the film sheds light on the environmental challenges facing this pristine […]
Young Kashmiri artist turns trash into powerful public art for social change
Srinagar, July 18 — In the heart of Kashmir, where beauty meets resilience, a young artist is making waves—not with paint or brush, but with discarded plastic bottles, rusted metal scraps, and everyday trash. Armed with a fierce sense of duty and unshakable determination, this Kashmiri youth is transforming waste into compelling public art installations […]
Kulgam youth turns plastic waste into eco-friendly bags
Kulgam, Jammu & Kashmir – In a remarkable stride towards sustainability, a young innovator from Kulgam, along with his team at@FWawes, is turning single-use plastic waste—such as discarded chips packets, Maggi wrappers, and shampoo pouches—into stylish, eco-friendly bags. Supported by the Directorate of Sanitation, this initiative is redefining waste management by upcycling plastic into sustainable […]