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FROM RISK TO OPPORTUNITY: STRATEGIES FOR PROFITABLE AND RESILIENT INFRASTRUCTURE IN HAZARD-PRONE KASHMIR VALLEY, INDIA Asif Bashir; Naseer Ahmad Bhat; Amir Arshid; Shagufta Mohi ud din; Muskan Nazir; Amir Wani
Bulletin of Engineering Science, Technology and Industry Vol. 3 No. 1 (2025): March
Publisher : PT. Radja Intercontinental Publishing

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.59733/besti.v3i1.77

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Infrastructure development in geologically unstable regions demands an integrated approach that harmonizes engineering resilience with economic viability. This study critically examines the vulnerabilities posed by earthquakes, landslides, and soil instability in the Kashmir Valley, emphasizing their ramifications on infrastructure investment. By leveraging geotechnical risk assessments, structural vulnerability analyses, and economic modeling, the research delineates pathways for sustainable and profitable infrastructure development in hazard-prone zones. Through empirical case studies and global best practices, the study underscores the efficacy of innovative construction methodologies such as seismic retrofitting, base isolation, and bioengineering solutions for slope stabilization. Additionally, the financial dimension is scrutinized through cost-benefit analyses, which reveal the long-term fiscal prudence of investing in resilient infrastructure, mitigating potential economic losses. Policy frameworks, including risk-informed zoning regulations and incentivized public-private partnerships, are examined to foster risk-adjusted investment strategies. The findings advocate for a paradigm shift wherein geological risks are repositioned as opportunities for pioneering robust, disaster-resistant infrastructure that aligns with sustainability imperatives. The study’s recommendations serve as a pathway for policymakers, engineers, and investors seeking to fortify infrastructure against natural hazards while ensuring economic feasibility.
PSYCHIC DISLOCATION AND ASPIRATIONAL FRACTURE: A MULTIVARIATE DECONSTRUCTION OF YOUTH PSYCHOPATHOLOGY AMID STRUCTURAL UNEMPLOYMENT IN THE KASHMIR VALLEY, INDIA Asif Bashir; Naseer Ahmad Bhat; Shah Fahad Firdos
MEDALION JOURNAL: Medical Research, Nursing, Health and Midwife Participation Vol. 6 No. 2 (2025): June
Publisher : PT. Radja Intercontinental Publishing

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.59733/medalion.v6i2.195

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This study undertakes an incisive psycho-sociological exploration into the deleterious ramifications of chronic unemployment and intergenerational familial burden on the mental health architecture of youth in the Kashmir Valley—an ecologically fragile region in northern India. Reconceptualizing youth distress as a systemic syndrome rather than a series of isolated psychopathologies, the research deploys a methodologically triangulated framework comprising structured psychological inventories (PHQ-9, GAD-7), socio-demographic profiling, and advanced multivariate techniques including principal component analysis, correlation mapping, and K-means clustering. Drawing from a rigorously sampled cohort of 158 individuals, the study demarcates a typology of vulnerability: from aspirationally disillusioned risk clusters to resigned psychosocial survivors. The statistical architecture reveals a potent interplay between aspirational collapse, familial coercive expectations, and neurocognitive disruptions manifesting in sleep disorder, digital overuse, and suicidal ideation—symptomatic of an existential entrapment endemic to this socio-political ecology. Regional and gendered fault lines further inflect the mental health topography, necessitating granular, culturally attuned interventions. The findings advocate a paradigmatic rupture from deficit-based models of youth pathology toward an epistemology rooted in structural trauma, narrative alienation, and symbolic dismemberment of the self. In its culmination, the paper posits a constellation of novel psycho-social interventions—ranging from narrative reframing protocols and dialogic family counseling to circadian rehabilitation and mobile micro-mentorship hubs—aimed at transmuting paralysis into praxis. By integrating empirical precision with phenomenological depth, this research not only foregrounds the affective economies of disenfranchised youth but also reclaims the analytic agency to reimagine mental health beyond the clinic, into the crucible of socio-political rupture and restorative transformation.
A Review of Global Climate Change Protocols and International Conferences: Progress, Challenges, and Future Directions Asif Bashir; Rico Nur Ilham; Naseer Ahmad Bhat
International Journal of Social Science, Educational, Economics, Agriculture Research and Technology (IJSET) Vol. 4 No. 7 (2025): JUNE
Publisher : RADJA PUBLIKA

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.54443/ijset.v4i7.794

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This review offers an incisive and critical appraisal of the evolution, efficacy, and limitations of global climate change protocols and international climate diplomacy, with a particular focus on the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) and the Conference of the Parties (COP) mechanisms. Anchored in the latest scientific consensus from the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) and the World Meteorological Organization (WMO), the paper underscores the anthropogenic causality of global warming and delineates the observed and projected ramifications of climate perturbations on ecological stability, socioeconomic systems, and geopolitical equilibriums. Through a methodical examination of landmark accords—from the legally binding architecture of the Kyoto Protocol to the voluntary, nationally determined contributions under the Paris Agreement and the transformative aspirations of the Glasgow and Dubai declarations—this review delineates the metamorphosis of climate governance from rigid legalism to adaptive multilateralism. The study interrogates the efficacy of climate finance instruments, notably the Green Climate Fund, and scrutinizes barriers to equitable technology transfer, institutional transparency, and implementation fidelity, particularly in the Global South. It also elucidates region-specific vulnerabilities with a granular analysis of South Asia and the ecologically fragile Kashmir Valley, revealing the disproportionate burdens borne by climate-fragile geographies. Moreover, it interrogates the persistent North–South dichotomy, operational inertia, and political obstructions that thwart comprehensive climate action. Finally, the review advocates for a reinvigorated climate governance paradigm premised on inclusive multilateralism, innovation-driven adaptation, and equity-oriented accountability. It concludes that transformative ambition—grounded in justice, resilience, and scientific integrity—must now supplant incrementalism to avert climate catastrophe and forge a sustainable planetary future.
EXPLORING THE POTENTIAL OF AGRO-TOURISM FOR SUSTAINABLE RURAL DEVELOPMENT IN THE KASHMIR VALLEY, INDIA Asif Bashir; Naseer Ahmad Bhat; Shagufta Mohi Ud Din; Azra Mushtaq
International Journal of Economic, Business, Accounting, Agriculture Management and Sharia Administration (IJEBAS) Vol. 4 No. 6 (2024): December
Publisher : CV. Radja Publika

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.54443/ijebas.v4i6.2309

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Agro-tourism, the fusion of agriculture and tourism, is emerging as a viable strategy for rural development, especially in regions with rich agricultural heritage and scenic landscapes. This paper explores the potential of agro-tourism in the Kashmir Valley, a region known for its fertile land, traditional farming practices, and natural beauty. The study highlights the economic, social, and environmental benefits of agro-tourism, such as income diversification for farmers, job creation, and environmental sustainability. It also addresses the challenges that hinder the development of agro-tourism in Kashmir, including inadequate infrastructure, political instability, limited awareness among farmers, and environmental concerns. The paper emphasizes the need for strategic investments in infrastructure, farmer education, and effective marketing to promote the Kashmir Valley as a unique agro-tourism destination. Additionally, it discusses the importance of public-private sector collaboration and policy support to foster growth in the sector. Through sustainable practices and the preservation of local culture and traditions, agro-tourism in Kashmir can contribute to rural development, empower local communities, and provide an authentic experience for tourists. The findings suggest that with careful planning and execution, agro-tourism has the potential to play a significant role in revitalizing the region’s economy while promoting environmental conservation and cultural heritage.