Popularly known as Chala Kalan. This coldest period of winter starts from December 12 and ends on January 92. Waiting for Chala Kalan starts from the beginning of December. Because in these forty days The temperature drops below the freezing point and during this period the large amount of snow that falls in the valley remains frozen for a long time.
The various heating methods used for Additionally, the tourist traffic to the tourist spots to enjoy the snow increases, which boosts the income of the tourism department and all the related sectors.
But this year, the residents of the northern regions and the Kashmir region faced surprising weather changes in winter. This year, Chala Kala was the most upset and left without giving the gift of snow.
As usual, everyone was waiting for the snowfall in December. Not only did December wear a cloak of alienation, but January also followed in December’s footsteps with dispassion. Along with the snowfall, the rains also did not show their face and the entire region was suffering from drought.
Kufr Tota Khuda Khuda Kar Ke Masdak Chala Khurd (Duration 03 January to 81 February) heralded snowfall. People’s long waiting and prayers finally came to fruition and along with snowfall came rains. But! The matter does not end here.
It should be noted that the snowfall in Chala Khurd is less and for a very limited period which is not beneficial. While the snowfall in Chala Kalan lasts for a long period of time, the snowfall in Chala Kalan adds snow to the mountain peaks, also known as glaciers.
And in the summer, the melting of these glaciers releases water into rivers, springs, lakes and streams. This water is not only essential for daily routine life but agriculture and horticulture sector also depends on these sources of water. That is, this weather and its snowfall is the main reason for sustaining our lives. Without it, our survival is in jeopardy.
The important thing to consider is that what are the elements that endanger our survival? And is it possible to prevent them?
The answer is that the cause of all this change is only we humans ourselves. Human activities have completely changed the geographical environment of this planet. The emission of harmful gases from the fuel used in factories, industries and vehicles has not only polluted the air and made it impossible to breathe, but has also wrapped the earth in a blanket of solar heat. Due to the daily increasing temperature on the planet, the global environmental scene is gradually changing.
Extreme summer heat waves, flash floods, droughts, powerful hurricanes and similar extreme events in summer are the gifts of this changing global climate scenario. The actors creating this scenario globally are the United States and the developed countries of Europe. whose giant industries and means of transportation are increasing harmful gases like carbon dioxide into the atmosphere.
According to a global analysis, by the end of the 20th century, the developed countries of America and Europe are responsible for 90% of the emission of polluted gases. According to the sources of NASA, after the industrial revolution in the world, the concentration of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere. It has increased by 50%. But developing countries are suffering the consequences of these actions of developed countries.
Extreme weather events such as extreme summer rains, floods, tsunamis, or droughts and subsequent droughts in different parts of the world are all responsible for such extreme weather events. But should we dump all the debris on the developed countries and sit on our hands? Or do we need to look at our own role in this whole scenario?
We are all aware of the pollution caused by the burning of conventional fuels and its disasters. But we are still reluctant to adopt alternative sources of energy. Apart from fuel, we are also actively contributing to the pollution caused by other methods. are We have considered it our basic and birthright to pollute every part of the earth.
Along with polluting our areas in our daily life activities, we do not hesitate to contribute to the pollution when we visit tourist destinations. Rather, they leave no stone unturned to destroy the natural beauty and greenery of the tourist areas.
Our biggest incompetence is not promoting afforestation and cutting down forests. We are brutally robbing this golden gold for a few ticks in our lust. And this planet for our future generations. It is turning into a dangerous habitat.
Despite the fact that we have large forest departments and thousands of people sitting in the offices of these departments are also receiving salaries, but the forests are being cleared in general. Due to which the concentration of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere is increasing. And the effects are hostile to the environment. Speeding up. The rains are diverting. And they are leaving no stone unturned to make their land barren.
The past few feet of snow is now coming to an end after gradually changing to several inches.
Due to the recent lack of snowfall, the Kashmir Valley has suffered huge losses. Tourists withdraw their advance money deposited in hotels located at tourist spots to enjoy snowfall.
International sports competitions were canceled this year. The very limited snowfall in Chala Khurd could not irrigate the wells of common people’s houses. Several areas of Kupwara district are already suffering from water shortage and are meeting their water needs by taking water tankers.
Now, in the absence of snow, it has become impossible to get the required amount of water in springs, rivers, lakes and wells. Because of this, daily life, agriculture, horticulture and every sector related to water will suffer more problems. .
These climate changes taking place in the region are a momentous concern for all of us. The very limited snowfall and drought of late this year is a big alarm bell for the coming days. If similar droughts continue in the coming years, the day is not far when we all weather. Various kinds of food grains and fruits cultivated in winter will be lost.
Certain industries related to essential winter products will disappear day by day. The tourism department and all other related sectors will decline. As a result, the economy will face a huge deficit. The end of which will be impossible. The children of Adam are about to lose their paradise again.
