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Mukhtar Dar

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Mukhtar Dar

Mukhtar specializes in development communication. He holds a first class degree in Journalism from the media school of Islamic University of Science and technology, Pulwama. He has anchored, edited and presented programs at Peshkadam– a community radio platform. Known for his relentless efforts to record the grievances of the public from the remotest of areas, he aspires to be the voice for the voiceless. Dedicated to performing concrete and impactful work from ground zero, this soft-spoken young man uses ICT most creatively and effectively.

 A brief analysis of ‘spurious and substandard drugs’ in J&K
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The pharmaceutical business, like every other sector of the economy, has also grown exponentially over the years in J&K. While previously there were only a few chemists’ shops dealing in…

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The overwhelming crisis of waste management in Kashmir
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“Thousands have lived without love, not one without water.” – W.H. Auden The overuse of local natural resources has, for the last two decades in rural village settings, contributed to…

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The way to eco-friendly tourism is through rural tourism 
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By Mukhtar Dar Introduction Kashmir, famed for its breathtaking views, beautiful landscapes and magnificent lakes/water bodies, attracts tourists from all over the world. The tourism sector of Kashmir provides ample…

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Organic farming in Jammu and Kashmir: Progress, challenges and prospects
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By Mukhtar Dar Introduction Since the dawn of the industrial age, technology has been lightening the burden of the farming sector, and has enabled the farmers to adopt different methods…

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MGNREGA could not achieve in J&K what it has achieved in other parts of country
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Mukhtar Dar The subsequent COVID-19 lockdowns shrank avenues of labour employment, thereby impacting the livelihoods of the unorganized and unskilled workforce of the country. However, Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment…

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Advanced “autoclave” technology has the answer to the challenges of Bio-Medical Waste Management in Jammu and Kashmir
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Introduction The World Health Organization (WHO) states that improper disposal of Bio-Medical Waste (BMW) can cause the following diseases: Parasitic Infections, Lung Infections, Skin infections, HIV and Hepatitis B and C Viruses, Candida, Meningitis and…

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A look at Jammu and Kashmir’s Rural Sanitation and Waste Management
A look at Jammu and Kashmir’s Rural Sanitation and Waste Management
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Soon after its independence from the British, India embarked on a journey to improve the rural sanitation coverage. The first step towards improving sanitation and health was taken by the…

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New Mining Policy in J&K: Interests of locals are paramount, not revenue
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It is the responsibility of the government to acknowledge and respond to the concerns raised by the locals vis-à-vis the new mining policy and make sure that the policy does…

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Horticulture Sector, Prospects and Policy Imperatives to Support Farmers
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The horticulture sector is poised to grow more rapidly in the upcoming years in J&K, despite disruptions it faced due to subsequent lockdowns. At a time when all the sectors are in shambles, the fruit industry remains a beacon of hope for many unemployed youths and local families in Jammu and Kashmir, Mukhtar Dar writes.

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UNHEALTHY HOSPITALS
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With faulty infrastructure available, overburdened doctors don’t stick to their ethical code of conduct. While many risk their lives to fight the deadly Virus, people in Kashmir ask how long can we afford the negligence of “messiahs and saviors”.

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Kashmir conflict and shattered dreams of youth
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The three-decade old Kashmir conflict has sent thousands of body-bags into untimely graves. Mukhtar Dar explains how the lack of foresight and investment in education has led

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The Role of Panchayati Raj in Sustaining Peace and Development of J&K
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Rebuilding and repairing are essential elements of human life. The same holds true for communities in conflict zones. In conflict zones, ways and methods of engagement of local people in communication and political processes often become the most sustainable systems for rebuilding and repairing societies affected by violence and mistrust. These processes, which seek to enable local participation in decision-making processes, provide the first platform for facilitating agency

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