We are committed to utilizing evidence-based approaches to advance policy advocacy, aiming for a long-lasting, sustainable impact on the future. This humble initiative, powered by a diverse team, has worked on the ground and generated knowledge across various subjects related to the UN Sustainable Development Goals. By collaborating with communities and other institutions to promote sustainability initiatives, our objective is to foster a shared commitment to sustainability.

The Degeneration of Dal Lake
The ‘Degeneration of Dal Lake’ is a disaster waiting to happen
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By Arka Chakraborty and Suhail Ahmad The Dal Lake is, in more ways than one, at the heart of life in Jammu and Kashmir. Famous for its clear, sparkling water…

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What are water resources of J&K for, if not to fulfil the domestic power needs?
What are water resources of J&K for, if not to fulfil the domestic power needs?
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Leave aside supplying power to industries, J&K is not even able to take care of its domestic power needs.  Javaid Trali Jammu and Kashmir has abundant water resources. Statistically, this…

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Exploration of Artistic Interventions to Avert Extremist Violent Behaviour in Children from Conflict Stricken Areas
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Over the past few decades, art therapy has emerged as a promising technique to change the minds of young people who are on the verge of joining extremist groups. This…

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Winter Vacations in J&K may be helpful, but is it really necessary
Winter break for educational institutions in J&K may be helpful, but is it really necessary?
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Arka Chakraborty and Suhail Ahmad Technically, winter in the Valley begins with a harsh 40-day-long (approximately) ‘Chilai Kalan’ (beginning around 21st December), followed by a relatively moderate 20-day-long (approximately) ‘Chilai…

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Always under the spotlight for the politics concerning this region, the vital human geography of Kashmir has never really got the kind of primacy it deserves. While a lot has been written in praise of its scenic splendour, not much focus is accorded to the elements responsible for its natural magnificence – its climate, the geography, and its interactions with the people, and vice versa.
This is perhaps why this place has not attracted the kind of scholarship it should ideally have given its geological past – of being a place desiccated from water – of an ancient lake called Sati-Sara, or having been part of the Tethys Ocean.
Even in global concerns vis-à-vis climate change, Kashmir rarely finds a mention. This is despite this region being situated within the world’s highest mountain range— the Himalayas, which are vital to the global climate, and dictate & determine the human geography & political economy of billions not only in the Indian subcontinent but the entire South Asia.
With all these observations, fears & doubts in mind, JK Policy Institute’s work is focused on SUSTAINABILITY and other matters concerning the human geography of the region.



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