Flash Flood Tragedy in Kashmir Exposes Costly Failures in Environment and Governance

The tragic flash floods that recently ravaged the remote Himalayan village of Chositi in India-controlled Kashmir serve as a stark reminder of the consequences when reckless environmental policies collide with natural disaster. At least 60 lives have been lost, with hundreds still missing, following intense cloudbursts that triggered deadly floods and landslides. Rescue efforts involving disaster management officials, police, soldiers, and local villagers have struggled against the devastation. Despite heroic attempts to save at least 300 stranded pilgrims and residents, the scale of destruction reveals deeper failures beyond nature's fury. How Did We Let This Happen to Our Neighbors—and What...