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🌍 Embrace the Ozone, Protect Our Home! 🌍

Today, we celebrate International Ozone Day, a reminder that our actions matter in preserving our planet's protective shield. Let's all do our part to ensure a brighter, healthier future for generations to come. 💚

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Take care of our planet. We only have one

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The Ladakh Protest: The 21-day Hunger Strike led by Sonam Wangchuk 

Ladakh, famously known as “Mars on Earth”, is the perfect destination where the mind slows down and the soul finds its path.

It is the northeastern Union territory of India, known for its highest mountain ranges, mesmerizing landscapes, beautiful deep valleys, crystal clear blue lakes, diverse wildlife, highest motorable mountain roads, Buddhist heritage, and the overall picturesque beauty of the place.

Ladakh: A union territory without legislature

Ladakh, which was a part of Jammu and Kashmir since 1847, was separated from Indian-administered Kashmir in 2019 and was reconstituted as a Union territory on October 31, 2019.

People of Ladakh have constantly demanded separate territory since the 1930s due to the unfair treatment of Kashmir and the prevailing cultural differences between people of Kashmir and Ladakh.

The formation of Ladakh as a separate Union territory was widely celebrated. Still, people were disappointed because it was made a UT without a legislative assembly and would have a lieutenant governor, while Jammu and Kashmir had a legislature.

What does it mean to have no legislature in Ladakh?

Unlike J&K, Ladakh cannot elect its own representative.

Ladakh will be ruled directly by the central government through a lieutenant governor as an administrator.

The President of India has the power to form rules and regulations for Ladakh, according to Article 240.

Sonam Wangchuk following his Father’s footsteps

Sonam Wangyal was born in 1925 in a small village in the Leh district of Ladakh. He worked his entire life for the rights of the people of Ladakh. He had strong secular beliefs.

He was appointed as the MLC of Jammu and Kashmir from 1957–1967 and as the MLA from 1967–1972, due to his selfless service toward the people of Ladakh.

Wangyal was also an active member in the campaign for ST status for Ladakhis, which was carried out between 1982 and 1984. 

In 1984, on his five-day hunger strike, the former Prime Minister, Indira Gandhi, visited Leh and requested Wangyal to withdraw from the strike with the promise of granting the status of ST to the people of Ladakh.

Following his father’s strong morals and values and showcasing his devotion to the land and people of Ladakh, Sonam Wangchuk, a nature activist, engineer, innovator, and educationalist, began a “climate fast for 21 days” on March 6, 2024.

Why are they protesting?

The primary goal behind the protest is to raise awareness about the fragile ecosystem of Ladakh endangered by the growing industrial and developmental projects approved in New Delhi without consent, a threat posed as a result of having no legislative assembly in the Union territory of Ladakh.

The residents of Ladakh have two key demands:

Full-fledged statehood for Ladakh: the residents have demanded to elevate Ladakh’s status as a Union territory to a full-fledged state. This would enable Ladakh to have its own government and the right to form its own rules and regulations in favor of the land and people of the territory.

Integration of Ladakh in the 6th Schedule of the Constitution: The 6th Schedule aims to protect areas with tribal and indigenous populations. By including Ladakh in the 6th schedule, it would allow the state to establish autonomous districts and regional councils.

These elected bodies will have the power to administer and protect the tribal regions of the area. It would give the Ladakhis more control over water management, land use, and cultural preservation.

What is the government’s response to the ongoing protest?

Unlike the response and action taken upon the hunger strike carried out by Wangchuk’s father, the present-day government is MIA. 

The current government seems unbothered by the demands and protests in Ladakh, just the way it is, and the deteriorating situation in Manipur. 

The pioneers of the movement and every other active citizen in and out of Ladakh are furious about the inaction of the government and the PM, who knowingly promised in his 2019 manifesto of Lok Sabha, that Ladakh will be incorporated into the 6th schedule of the constitution. But apparently, they failed to honor their promises.

Lack of media coverage:

The lack of media coverage is infuriating for the people of Ladakh and the active citizens of India.

Although the independent media and journalists who are physically present in the ongoing protests do cover the news for the country, But it is disappointing to witness the lack of coverage by mainstream media and the big houses.

The scarcity of coverage of this major issue conceals the truth from the nation. The nation wants to know more about the concerns and affairs of the territory. Unless there is some news from the local media houses, the lack of coverage by the recognized media houses keeps the common man from knowing what is really happening there.

The current news on the Ladakh protest:

According to the current news,

Wangchuk survived solely on water and salt during the 21-day hunger strike (inspired by Gandhiji), which lasted from March 6th to March 26th.

In his speech, he talked about the “21-day fast"—that 21 days was the longest fast that Gandhiji kept during the independence movement.

Wangchuk states that the 21-day fast is over, but the protest will still continue. They will only rest when the government agrees to fulfill their demands.

Wangchuk said, “After me, women will begin a 10-day fast tomorrow. This will be followed by youth and Buddhist monks. Then it could be women, or I could come back. This cycle will go on.”

After ending his 21-day fast, Wangchuk stated “We will continue our struggle (in support of our demands). The gathering of 10,000 people at the venue and the participation of over 60,000 others over the past 20 days is a testimony of the people's aspirations.” 

Conclusion:

All things considered, Ladakh, the "Land of High Passes," stands at a crossroads. While the echoes of their protests might fade from national headlines, the Ladakhi people's yearning for a brighter future persists. Whether they find resolution in the sixth schedule status or the full-throated roar of statehood, one thing is certain: Ladakh's story is far from over.

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Title: Earth Weeps Every Day - Let's Unite and Save Our Planet

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Every day, our beloved Earth sheds tears as a stark reminder of the crises it faces. Rivers run dry, and the people of Africa are experiencing a severe shortage of water. It's a heartbreaking situation where they are forced to flee their homes in search of this precious resource. Yet, there are those who dismiss their plight, falsely claiming that it's all about money and not about the dire need for water.

Let us break this cycle of indifference and denial. It's time to acknowledge the urgent need to protect and preserve our planet. The challenges we face are not isolated incidents but interconnected crises that demand our immediate attention.

The scarcity of water in Africa is a distressing reality that affects not only the people living there but also sends shockwaves throughout the world. It serves as a reminder that the well-being of our planet is a shared responsibility. We cannot ignore the interconnectedness of our actions and their consequences.

By recognizing the severity of the situation, we can start taking meaningful action. Every small step matters, whether it's conserving water in our daily lives, supporting organizations that work towards providing clean water solutions, or advocating for sustainable practices and policies.

It's time to stand together, united as global citizens, and address the challenges that Mother Earth faces. Let's shed our indifference and embrace empathy, understanding, and compassion. We have the power to make a difference, not only for the people of Africa but for the entire world.

Saving our planet requires collective efforts. It calls for governments, organizations, communities, and individuals to work hand in hand, implementing sustainable solutions, promoting education and awareness, and supporting one another.

Together, we can turn the tide and heal our wounded planet. Let's be the change we wish to see. The time for action is now.

#SaveOurPlanet #WaterCrisis #GlobalUnity

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Why I became veggie

“If the slaughterhouse had glass walls, everyone would be vegetarian” - Paul McCartney

Since leaving school, many of my friends converted to vegetarianism/veganism. We had numerous discussions surrounding the topic and, although it was something I had wanted to do for years, it was these discussions that solidified my views and the decision to change my diet. I was told to watch one documentary in particular called Cowspiracy. I was 16, in my bedroom, laying quietly in bed with my laptop in front of me. I pulled up YouTube, pre-warned by my friend that it would be a painful yet insightful watch into the animal agricultural industry. I hit play on the documentary and I knew within the first ten minutes that my entire perspective had shifted.                 

I was sickened by the idea of eating meat; the idea that, beneath all of the propaganda and lies, that animals suffered far more than we, as the consumers, are led to believe. We are often comforted by the “free range” and “grass fed” labels on the packaging of our food, blissfully unaware of what these words truly mean. As I sat and watched, I remembered some of my classes in school; the multi-coloured food diagrams and illustrated pictures of plates of food labelled “balanced diet” projected onto the screen in front of me. We are taught that meat and dairy are our main sources of protein, that in order to be healthy we must buy into these industries otherwise we will face all kinds of health issues and deficiencies. We are taught that our canines mean we are omnivores and that it is the circle of life; that consuming animal products is natural (despite the copious amounts of hormones and chemicals pumped into them) and that human beings are designed to consume this diet. As soon as I realised that the meat and dairy industry is a capitalist money maker for huge corporations, with very little regard for the mass public and the animals being harmed, I decided to make the change. I recommend that anyone who wants to understand the meat and dairy industry on a deeper level watches Cowspiracy, although I will do my best to shed some light on it in this blog.

Our Environment

It is predicted that, by 2050, the population will rise to 9.7 billion people. By consuming our planet’s resources at such a rapid rate, the earth will be unable to replenish them and we will face many issues such as water, land and forest shortages, damage to vital ecosystems, famine and financial crises. If this does not change by 2050, we will need the equivalent of three earths resources to sustain us. Global warming is a crisis that will lead to catastrophic events. Greenhouse emissions from mass produced cow farms (a single cow produces 220lbs of methane per year) and deforestation where the burning of vast acres of forests in order to make room for these cow farms are placing us on course for these events. We can expect to see catastrophic weather events such as hurricanes, droughts and floods and socio-political issues such as climate wars, all as a result of global warming.

So how can a veggie diet change things?

Animal agriculture is responsible for 51% of our greenhouse gas emissions, as opposed to transportation making up 16%. Just one day per week (52 days per year) of eating a vegetarian diet can save nearly 100kgs of C02 per year. The veggie diet produces 2.5x less carbon emissions than a meat diet. By eating a vegetarian diet for a year, we could save the same number of emissions as a family taking a small car off the road for 6 months!

Eye-opening statistics on the animal agriculture industry.

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Simon Stiell, UN Climate Change Executive Secretary, demands bold action at #COP28! Urging nations to prioritize ambition over politics, finance, and transparency for real impact. His call for a 'bullet train' of accelerated climate action echoes the urgency to act now for a sustainable future. 🌍

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Conservation of plants and animals

Due to activities of human beings, many plants and animals species become endangered or some of them are already disappearing in the Third World countries. Their habitats are being destroyed by human beings and this cause the wildlife to loss their shelter, foods, water and other life-supporting matters. As the general public, we should all be making a difference in the world, but realistically that wont work if you're a minority, hence we must all at least commit to our community, our hometown. 50 - 60 years from now this whole place could be a ghost town. The worlds economic state right is not doing too great right with raised gas prices and inflation being up by 8.3% in the U.S.A alone. 1.7 Million animals, domestic and wild, have died in just 2021. Together we can make a difference. (School Project)

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EV Charging Stations

Colorado - Salida

Kansas - Wichita 7 charging stations

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