Bringing Kashmir’s lakes back to life
Bringing Kashmir’s lakes back to life  
Podcast: The Documentary Podcast
Published On: Wed Sep 23 2026
Description: Wular and Dal lakes are among Kashmir's most famous natural treasures, but decades of pollution, encroachment and neglect have taken their toll. Chhavi Sachdev follows conservationists, farmers and local communities as they attempt an ambitious restoration effort. Along the way, she discovers migratory birds returning, lotus flowers reappearing, and a circular economy transforming ecological waste into a valuable resource.