"Kashmir's water bodies under threat, NGT notices authorities"
New Delhi, March 20 -- The National Green Tribunal has taken action against authorities in Jammu and Kashmir over deteriorating conditions of vital wetlands and water bodies. According to a media report highlighted by the NGT, Kashmir's wetlands and lakes face serious risks due to natural and man-made factors. Climatic changes like rising temperatures along with massive sedimentation and encroachment threaten the survival of habitats like Haigam Rakh, Hokersar wetland and Shalbug. Pollution issues plague flagship lakes as well. Dal Lake, Wular Lake, Anchar Lake and Manasbal Lake experience waste discharge and siltation issues that impact water quality. Taking cognizance of the urgent situation, the NGT bench of Justice Prakash Shrivastava...
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