6 Don't take rest after your first victory because if you fail in second, more lips are waiting to say that your first victory was —APJ Abdul Kalam EDITORIAL z Thursday z March 11, 2021 just luck. SIGNIFICANCE Aquatic ecosystem of J&K calling for rehabilitation Motivational activities can help students OF MAHASHIVRATRI „ PROF.(DR). R.D. GUPTA check damming, terracing, contour bund- ing pollution. Infact the Dal lake is stinking quatic ecosystems comprise of fresh- ing, contour trenching, etc. Besides, biolog- horribly and no longer hospitable and hab- „ VIJAY GARG e have heard many popular stories of water and marine habitats. The ical measures such as vegetative spurs, sta- itable by house boats. tudent life is fall of a lot of stress. WMahashivratri and have found it in many of the Amajor examples of fresh water habi- bilisation of slips, reforestation, afforesta- Eutrophication Control: The process of SThe pressure of the curriculum and texts like Shiva Purana and associated Puranas. Shiva tats are streams, rivers, springs, lakes, tion, grazing and forest fires control, ban eutrophication in water bodies is highly the pressure to perform can drain the temples on 11th March will be reverberated with the marshes and ponds. These days, however, on felling of existing forest trees etc., are accelerated as a direct consequence of strongest of minds. Motivation is the only chants of 'Om Namah Shivaya' and vedic hymns on the fresh water ecosystems are very much required to take up. 2. Pollution Control: increasing pollution from urban wastes. thing that can keep a student focused and occasion of Mahashivratri. threatened by their depletion and pollution. All biotic interferences in the catchment of This threat to lakes cannot be resolved in yet not drained. There are so many activ- Mahashivratri is celebrated to commemorate the wed- Moreover, many of the waterbodies or various water bodies like cattle tress- isolation. While the first step should be to ities students can do to keep themselves ding of Lord Shiva and Parvati, the most beautiful cou- aquatic ecosystems of Jammu & Kashmir passers which spread cow dungs in areas stop further pollution, rehabilitation meas- motivated. ple. Hindus all over India and abroad are celebrating Union Territory are shrinking and degrad- and causes pollutions, must be stopped at ures like desilting, clearance of weeds etc., These activities are not academic in Mahashivratri today. Mahashivratri, literally translat- ing due to heavy siltation and lot of inflow any cost. Carcases of dead animals in the should be taken immediately. Eutrofication nature. However, indulging in these will ing to the 'Great night of Shiva' is celebrated with great of inorganic wastes and garbages into these catchment areas are positive source of is converting lakes into marshes and fur- definitely boost the ability to focus on fervour by the Hindu community. It is said that Lord aquatic ecosystems. As such these aquatic water pollution. To prevent this, the cattle ther on towards peat formation and ulti- studies. Shiva is pleased with those who keep awake and pray to ecosystems call for their rehabilitation. rearers are fully warned to carry carcases of mately the obliteration of the lakes. Sleep: The first advice is to get enough him with full devotion without asking anything in The most serious threat to the waterbod- the animals immediately for throwing them Technologies available from world-over sleep. It may seem ironical to many how return. Mahashivratriis dedicated to Lord Shiva and his ies is posed by the deforestation i.e., cutting an appropriate place. under similar conditions must be studied sleep features on the top of the list. There wife Goddess Parvati. It is said that on this day, Lord or felling of forest trees illegally and vehe- Discharge of human and cattle wastes and applied judiciously in our situations. are two advantages of sleep. Shiva saved the world from a pot of poison that emerged mently, which as a result causes soil ero- (solids and liquids) into lakes should be total- While a biological control of weeds may be Our brain is designed to work at opti- from the ocean during Samudra Manthan. sion. The excessive run-off the rain water ly banned by law. The municipal bodies considered on priority and evolved. The use mum level if it gets enough rest. Contrary The great festival of Mahashivratri is celebrated every along with denuded slope reduces its perco- should make suitable arrangement to dispose of any weedicious would be a most negative to what we may think, the brain contin- year on the fourteenth fortnight of waning moon during lation into soil and sub-soil strata which as these wastes elsewhere and put up effluent approach and as such has to be guarded ues to operate functions of the body. The the month of Phalguna. This is because this day is very a consequence reduces recharging of main treatment plants. Dal Lake, the Wular and against. If a necessity of weedicides is part of brain that deals with activities dear to Lord Shiva, who manifested as Shiva Linga on water aquifers. It is the main cause or rea- other lakes, and the entire course of the river required, neem based biocide is required to while we are awake, gets its rest. The this day for the first time. Lord Shiva had married to son why a number of water springs/baulies Jhelum need immediate and constant atten- be followed. Development of catchment ideal sleep for brain to function at opti- Goddess Parvati on this auspicious day. There are few of Jammu region, especially lying on tion. Effluents of the house boats in Kashmir areas as recreational and picnic spots: mum level is 8 hours 15 minutes. It more reasons for this day being celebrated as Shivratri. National Highway from Jammu to valley require disposal elsewhere. It is proba- Instead of allowing catchments to degrade means that when the brain gets this kind Mahashivratri is not only one of the magnificent festi- Srinagar and those of Kashmir valley have bly the biggest source of pollution. and deteriorate further, plans should be of sleep, it functions at the highest effi- vals in India but also in Nepal and other regions where now totally dried up. The displacement of To save our famous lakes of Kashmir val- drawn to develop them aesthetically by ciency. Lord Shiva is worshipped. Among the various popular top soil due to soil erosion causes siltation ley from further degradation a 'Master Plan intensive tree planting measures introduc- The other advantage is we can put the shrines, Amarnath temple pilgrimage or Mount not only in wetlands or wetland ecosystems of Sanitation' for the entire Kashmir valley ing ornamental trees, flowering shrubs and sub-conscious to work at this time. While Amarnath (about 140 Km from Srinagar, Jammu and but also causes premature siltation of the situated along the lakes and the river must herbs. It is possible only if areas are pro- we sleep, only conscious part of our brain Kashmir) is believed to be the holiest in Hinduism. The water reservation. be drawn-up at the earliest and executed tected against grazing and other human gets rest. festival is celebrated to receive the grace of Lord Shiva. Shallowing of Dal and Wular Lakes: vigorously. Experiences from similar situa- interferences. This will definitely promote That is the time, when the sub-con- Shiva has the divinity of all the Gods, he is the giver of Continuous process of siltation aggravated tions from the world over be gathered and tourism. The tourists will be delighted to scious takes over. Before going to sleep, all the wisdom and is the father of the entire universe. by denudation of catchment area has ren- expertise available there should be utilised. find wild animals and birds. Aquatic ecosys- we can feed the conscious with goals we On Shivratri, various offerings are made to the dered Dal Lake shallower day by day. The No piecemeal treat or isolated approaches tem based tourism has been a bright his- have set for ourselves. When we are rest- Shivalingam. As part of Mahashivratri's Abhishekam, main catchment areas of Dal lake are will help matter. Cities like Srinagar, Sopore toric and traditional development. ing, the sub conscious will be working to the Shiva linga, a signifier of Shiva's abundant power is Dachiga and Telbal, and entire catchment and Anantnag are dead cities and routine In the management of our water bodies, give us ideas and plans to achieve these given a ritualistic bath. According to Shiva Purana, on of the Kashmir valley upto Sopore is of the services of existing in capacitated municipal much could be learnt from Switzerland and goals. the eve of Mahashivratri, the devotees bathe linga with Wular Lakes. Denudation of hills/mountain organisations are of no use. Big catastroph- Scandinavian countries. Their technologies, Exercise: The next important thing is to milk, honey, ghee, curd, and sandalwood paste while due to whole-sale deforestation has ic epidemics in Kashmir valley are immi- if followed, will be surely helpful to great do enough physical exercise. Physical chanting 'Om Namaha Shivay'. Traditionally, Bael increased silt flow into the lakes through nent and all efforts be made to avert them. extent. exercise makes sure that your body is in leaves, which have to be a stalk with three leaves, are different tributaries. It has not only Pollution is one single factor which is bound While the Nilnag lake is almost obliterat- proper shape. Another advantage for the kept on top of the linga. Ber or jujube fruit is also pre- reduced size and depth of the lakes but has to end up all tourism into Kashmir valley. ed and is more a marsh now, it can still be student is good blood flow. sented as a special offering to the God on this day. also eased encroachment by bringing more Encroachment Control: The water bodies rehabilitated through those measures: While we exercise, we breathe more thus It is said that on the day of Mahashivratri, one gets and more areas a round Wular lake periph- of Kashmir valley particularly are under a) Protecting the vegetation of catchment. ensuring a good amount of oxygen into the fruits of worshiping the whole Shiva family along ery under cultivation. tremendous pressure of human population The catchment area may be fenced as it is a our bodies. The heart-rate goes up. This with the worship of Lord Shiva. One gets rid of the bad Overgrazing of the catchment is another and the lakes are being encroached in broad small area. Fencing will exclude all biotic means oxygen intake is distributed at a Karma and enriches his life with joy and prosperity. The factor which has caused severe erosion of day-light without any hindrance. The situa- interferences. faster rate to the body and more impor- devotees definitely achieve their desired goals. One top soil. Thus, the denudation of hill slops, tion is out of control. There is no reverence b) Restoring lake to its against size as has tant the brain. Good flow of blood to the receives the blessings as progeny, health, longevity, for- hardening of soil by overgrazing of the pas- for law. Commercial and residential build- been done in Sanasar lake. Deweeding and brain improves your thinking. tunes, wisdom, and freedom from hindrances. Though tures/grasslands and destruction of vegeta- ings are coming up freely all along banks of excavation should be done. Information gets processed faster and there are numerous texts related to lord Shiva, there are tive cover are responsible for causing exces- the Dal lake and other lakes. Consequently, c) Define boundary wall of the lake and more efficiently. endless names of Shiva too. But as per major scriptures, sive runoff and bringing down of the sedi- the area of the lakes is shrinking and level construct a boundary-wall of stone or brick Indulge in some exercise that appeals to receive the grace of Lord Shiva, the most appropriate ments including silt in Dal, Wular and the of pollution is rising. masonry providing path all along, for you. It may be a brisk one hour walk in mantra is the Panchakshari mantra 'Om Namah other lakes. Along the banks of the Wular lake, culti- tourist and also resting points at a few morning, a game of football, tennis, bad- Shivaya'. This mantra is considered very pure and Rehabilitation of Aquatic Ecosystem vations are being extended into the lake as places. minton, squash or any other game, Yoga potent of all. This Maha-mantra has to be chanted as 1. Erosion Control: Intensive anti-erosion Siltation is accelerated from the soil erosion d) Creating a beautiful landscape around. or even an hour at the gym. The choice is much as possible during the Mahashivratri vrata (fast). control measures in catchment areas are of its catchment area and fresh land is e) Village waste should not be dumped yours but do it on a regular basis. Do it It blesses the devotees with the desired results. required to be formed. The Wular lake is, thus, threatened into lake. They should be disposed away to keep your brain fit. On Mahashivratri, many devotees observe fast and initiated to stop soil erosion and siltation out of existence. from lakes and other water-bodies. Meet Friends: A students schedule is chant 'Shivjiki Jai' in Hindi and 'Om Namah Shivaya' in of water bodies. These measures include The so-called floating gardens of Dal lake (Former Chief Scientist KVK cum usually a very busy one. But it certainly Sanskrit. They later celebrate Mahashivratri by drink- small engineering works like gully plugging, are further encroaching the lake and caus- Associated Dean, SKUAST, Jammu) helps if some time is kept aside for meet- ing Thandai, which is made up of Bhang (cannabis), ing friends. Being with friends will bring almonds and milk. It is said that Lord Shiva liked this joy to mind. drink and devotees take it in the form of Prasad along While we are with friends, we share our with sweets. The appearance of Lord Shiva is very won- Challenge of climate change troubles and burdens with them. Good derful and special. He is eternal, indestructible, self- „HIRANMAY KARLEKAR of non-binding resolutions on the issue. ceed. Also, according to a White House friends help to keep this burden in check. manifest, unborn and is completely free from aging, he Biden Administration has an As the President, he is making climate statement, Biden was directing Good friends also provide solutions to death and birth. ambitious agenda for stepping up change the central issue of his administra- Department of Interior to pause all oil and burdens. He is the ultimate shelter of all beings. He provides Taction to cope with global warming tion and the subject of a two-pronged gas drilling leases on federal land and While we are with friends, we also share the quiescence to everyone and dissolves the whole cre- but there are many hurdles in the way approach to combat it. The first is the water and, as far as possible, launch a happy moments. Even 15 minutes spent ation back to the origin by opening his third-eye during The Trump Administration, an unmiti- establishment of a formidable administra- review of the existing energy leases. with friends can do wonders to you. the Pralaya. He is the beginning and end of the world. gated disaster for fight to save the environ- tive infrastructure; the second is the con- Besides these and other measures related Music: Music is a balm to brain. Wearing a garland made from rudraksha and applying ment, has been defenestrated. Thanking ceptualisation of the problem in all its to his domestic climate agenda in the Listening to good music can soothe our turmeric vermilion or holy ash on forehead symbolises a the heavens for that, however, will not be dimensions and appointment of competent works, his administration is giving a hard tired bodies and minds. Devote at least holy ritual on this religious festival. enough. Wise leadership, massive alloca- and dedicated people to cope with it. look at environmentally harmful measures one hour to listen to some good music. Vinod Chandrashekhar Dixit tion of funds and unflagging political will He has already made progress with the taken by the US Environment Protection Avoid music that may make mind rest- are needed at the global level to undo the second. In November 2020, not long after Agency during Trump's tenure. Many of less. damage done during last four years and winning the presidential election, he them will be up for scrapping. Soft music is the best. It may be instru- OFF ‘D’ Shiva's three step-up action to cope with global warm- named John Kerry, who was the Secretary In a reversal of the Trump mental music like the piano, flute or the ing, which can wipe out humankind. of State in the Obama Administration and Administration's policy of turning away Santoor. It may be light and soft-paced CUFF eyes Two questions arise here. How deep is a principal architect of Paris Agreement on from the world on the climate change issue, songs. In the darkness, a flashlight President Joe Biden's commitment to fight Climate Change (December 2015), as his a White House statement has said that the Some may like Indian Classical, others e are accustomed to see illumines a limited area, but global warming? What kind of hurdles will special presidential envoy for climate US should 'exercise global leadership' in may like Western Classical. Again the Wpeople with two eyes. sunlight illuminates the whole his administration have to overcome? As to change. He has set-up a White House advancing the Paris Agreements objectives. choice of music depends on individual but So, anyone with an extra eye world in a flash. Shiva can the first, he has declared that climate office of domestic climate change policy to Clearly, combating climate change is a mis- the effect it has on the tired mind can be would attract attention and be convey knowledge to us - in an change poses an 'existential threat to the coordinate implementation of his climate sion with President Biden, which is encour- phenomenal. termed a freak. However, instant. planet'. He has been called a 'climate agenda. Indeed, as the President, he has aging given enormous power and resources Puzzles: Do take off some time for solv- Shiva, with his three eyes, is Fire has the capacity to change pioneer' who believes that people gathered the largest team of climate the US commands. Nevertheless, tall hur- ing puzzles. It stimulates brain cells to beautiful and unique. burn. We are familiar with the have a moral and economic imperative to change experts ever assembled at White dles remain in the way. The fossil fuel perform better. The 'Vedasara Shiva story of Kamadeva who tried address issue. He has a $2 trillion clean House. More, on the anvil is a national cli- industry lobby will fiercely oppose his poli- At the same time they are fun and do Stotram', states that the three his utmost to disturb energy plan, and is on record as stating mate task force comprising 21 cies restricting drilling and oil use conduc- not add stress. No need to push yourself eyes of Shiva are the sun, Bhagwan's Tapasya, and was before assuming his current office that, as Government agency leaders, and an envi- ing to global warming, and will seek to to solve puzzle. moon, and fire - 'Indu Arka reduced to ashes by his fiery the President, he would ensure that US ronmental justice inter-agency council to mobilise senators and representatives to Just indulge it it to divert your mind Vahni Trinetram'. It is not eyes. achieved a 100 per cent clean energy econ- address racial and economic inequities derail his plans. and stimulate it. There are many puzzles easy to digest. What does it Likewise, we look at people omy and net-zero emissions by 2050. As exacerbated by climate change and air and Second, his steps have been taken available in market, ranging from jigsaw imply? When we refer to the in three different ways. When clearly a part of this goal, he wants to make water pollution. through executive orders. These can be puzzles, Rubic's Cube to puzzle games sun, moon and fire as the we are angry, we look as the US power grid carbon neutral by 2035. President Biden has already taken cer- revised by a future President just as he is available as mobile apps. If you have a three eyes of Bhagwan, our though we are ready to burn His commitment is reflected in his track tain important steps. On his first day in doing in respect of Trump's measures. For good partner, you can also play games focus is on the fact that they down the object of our anger - record. In 1986, he introduced one of first office, the paperwork for the US' return to permanence, he needs legislation, which like chess. are all sources of light. He, the Agni-Drishti. When we look at climate Bills in the US Congress. In 1998, Paris Agreement on Climate Change was will require careful navigation through Movies: Once in a while, watch a good three-eyed one, is the illumi- someone with love, we have he played a critical role in the enactment of completed. He revoked the permission Senate and House of Representatives motivational movie. A good comedy can nator of the whole world. Chandra-Drishti -- moon- the Tropical Forest Conservation Act, granted to the TC Energy Corporation to where Democrats have a thin majority. also relax our brains. The idea is to relax Even though light is the eyes. We are loving, pleasing, which allowed the US to reach agreements construct the Keystone XL Oil pipeline for Finally, he has to successfully counter the and motivate. So don't watch just any common factor, each has its consoling and reassuring. with foreign Governments to conserve trop- brining oil from Alberta, Canada, to criticism that measures to protect environ- movie. own special feature and quali- Surya-Drishti is eye of the ical forests in exchange for debt relief. As refineries in the Gulf of Mexico. The ment will mean job loss. He has doubtless The choice of movies to watch has to be ty. Fire, with its ability to burn teacher that bestows knowl- chairman of US Senate Foreign Relations Obama Administration had denied permis- emphasised the potential for jobs in new carefully made. You may look up the and reduce things to ashes, edge and enlightens us. Committee (2001-2003 & 2007-2009), he sion to it in 2015 for the severe damage it industries producing clean energy and internet to find a list of good motivation- has twin qualities viz light and There is yet another inter- organised several hearings on climate would cause to the environment but the research organisations supporting the latter. al and comedy movie. heat. The sun is bright and pretation. Bhagwan is the change and garnered support for a number Trump dispensation had allowed it to pro- But then employment must actually follow. brilliant, but its light does not Karmaphala Datta -- giver of burn objects, it illumines the fruits of actions. He dis- ternity by PM after 'Prayag Raj Kumbh' proved to be a com- vehicles have played a major role in environmental degrada- them. Conversely, the moon's penses justice. Similarly, a modity of use and throw. The whole sanitation system and tion. The transportation contribute more than half of carbon light has a cooling and peace- judge must also have three YOUR COLUMN responsibilities to keep cities neat and clean is dependent on mono-oxide and almost a quarter of hydrocarbons emitted into ful quality. eyes. First is Nyaya-Drishti, this most deserving and valuable segment of the society but it our air. Expourse to high levels of these pollutants can cause Shiva views the world with the eye of objectivity; the ver- is sorry to say that it is the most neglected and discarded by adverse health outcomes. Particulate matter is single- handed- his three eyes. When the dis- dict or punishment meted out Mitigate sufferings the concerned authorities. Previously too on many such occa- ly responsible for more deaths each and every passing year. The tressed and sorrowful must be in keeping with the of 'Safaikaramcharis' sions of strike by 'Safai Karamcharis' many lollipops have transition of chemical emitting vehicles to environment-friend- approach him, he looks at law alone. However, if the been doled out but nothing concrete on ground level has been ly solar vehicles can play a significant role in this regard. If them through his moonlike judge goes strictly according Dear Editor, done to mitigate the sufferings of this segment. The concerned used on large scale, solar powered vehicles can help reducing pleasing and consoling eyes; to the letter of the law, without Through the columns of your newspaper I would like to high- authorities should come out from deep slumber to save the environment pollution. Solar energy is produced by sun's radi- when he grants knowledge, his any Karuna, compassion, the light the effects of the ongoing strike of 'Safaikaramcharis'. common man from falling victim to diseases because of poor ation, a process free of any smoke, gas or other chemicals by eyes become bright. sentence could be unduly The 'Safaikaramcharis' time and again have been projecting sanitary conditions by acceding to genuine demands of this products. Acoss the world particularly in Europe, save Clean- Comprehension is associat- harsh. But if compassion is the demands that are very genuine and were required to be community. Technology researchers are making enough developments in ed with light; when we under- the only consideration, it may acceded by the Government without a second thought. But the Mahadeep Singh Jamwal, solar technology. India has some of the highest isolation in the stand something, we say, 'I result in anarchy. To ensure a lackasdical approach of the concerned department to mitigate Udhampur. world with eight to nine hours of sunshine per day, the ideal cli- was in the dark; but now it is wise and correct verdict, he the sufferings of this class has exposed intentions at large that matic conditions for solar power generation. Our Government as clear as daylight.' Similarly, must use Jnana-Drishti, the 'Swachyata Abhiyan' is not a serious concern at the appropri- Transition to solar vehicles and higher authority should consume these natural resources a student with a sharp intel- third eye of discrimination. ate level but is just a photo-show and fund consuming exercise. Dear Editor, for conservation of the environment and development of our lect is a bright student and the Thus, the rule of law will be The garbage heaps that have accumulated in Udhampur are I would like to express my view about the cited subject through country. Last but not least new automobile industries based on teacher who passes on knowl- safeguarded, and level of an open invitation to all sorts of diseases and especially during the medium of your esteemed daily newspaper for people, gov- solar technology should be built in India. It will not only help in edge instantly and clearly, is a crime will also fall. the present crisis of Corona period. The terminology given to ernment and scientific community of India. During the last few the development of country but also protect our environment. brilliant teacher! Swami Tejomayananda this fraternity as of 'Corona Warrior' during period when their decades there has been a dramatic change all around the world, Mool Raj services were more required and washing the feet of this fra- resulting from major environmental changes. Smoke emiting Doda.