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Protests in Skardu, Gilgit-Baltistan Over Soaring Wheat Prices

23Jan

By Aqsa Azam2 Comments

Pakistan

Protests in Skardu, Gilgit-Baltistan Over Soaring Wheat Prices

The protests began in December 2023 following the government's decision to significantly increase the price of subsidized wheat in Gilgit-Baltistan. The price of a 50-kg bag of wheat rose from Rs. 2000 to Rs. 3600, making it a major burden for many residents, particularly those living in poverty. In response to the recent hike in wheat prices, no electricity, and removal of subsidies, a widespread protest was organized in Skardu, Pakistan-Occupied Kashmir’s Gilgit-Baltistan region. The protest, called by the coordination committee of the All-Party Alliance, saw participation from various political, religious, social, and nationalist parties, along with traders' organizations. The demonstrators gathered at Yadgar Chowk to voice their opposition to the government's...

Exploring Sarfaranga Cold Desert through Shigar Jeep Rally

25Oct

By Muhammad Dastageer ShamsNo Comments

Pakistan

Exploring Sarfaranga Cold Desert through Shigar Jeep Rally

A three-day Sarfaranga Cold Desert jeep rally in Shigar has finally concluded. Sarfaranga Cold desert is one of the distinct features of Gilgit Baltistan. It is also known as the Katpana cold desert. The desert is a wonder in itself. Unlike the traditional hot deserts of Thar or the Sahara, this desert is known as the cold desert. This is because this desert is surrounded by mountains from all sides. Moreover, being at an altitude of 2226 meters (2.2 Km) above the ground, the weather of this desert remains cold. The cold desert is 16 Kms away from Skardu but the closest town located to it is known as Shigar. This desert is a marvelous one and unlike any other desert in the whole world. This desert has cold weather, water nearby, mountains, and an altitude. All the features defy i...

Airline companies increases flights to Skardu

6Jul

By Aqsa Azam1 Comment

Latest, Pakistan

Airline companies increases flights to Skardu

PIA and different Airline companies increase flights to Skardu. Due to strong travel demand to Skardu, PIA increased by 12 flights per week. PIA announced this increase on Monday. Nowadays, tourists are more attracted to northern areas. Some years ago, people have likely to visit Naran & Kaghan. But, now they want to explore different sorts of beauty i.e., Skardu. When we talk about this majestic beauty how we can forget about its beautiful airport. With the increase in demand for flights to Skardu, Airline companies also increased flights to Skardu. Surprisingly PIA increased 12 flights per week to this beautiful northern place. The national flag carrier, Pakistan International Airlines (PIA), announced on Monday that it was expanding its flight operations. Abdullah Khan, the s...

First International flight at Skardu: Another landmark in tourism

1May

By Aqsa Azam1 Comment

Pakistan

First International flight at Skardu: Another landmark in tourism

Skardu Airport is ready to handle its first international flight on May 13. The International flight will take off from Munich, Germany. It will land at Skardu International Airport in May which is located at a very high altitude. As per the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA), Skardu Airport will receive its first-ever International flight on Monday. The flight which is going to land at this high altitude Airport will take off from Munich, Germany. It would be a chartered flight. However, the flight will take off for Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan on May 16 as per the notification of CAA on Monday. The CAA has urged that all responsible departments and institutions furnish all essential arrangements. They are expecting professionalism at all forums of this Airport. They also asked for the comple...

Katpana Desert: Tourist’s new favorite spot in Pakistan

21Nov

By Aqsa AzamNo Comments

Pakistan

Katpana Desert: Tourist’s new favorite spot in Pakistan

Starry nights, white sand dunes, mesmerizing breezes, Katpana desert is surely one of the wonders of the world. Moreover one of the best desert declared by tourists as well. Skardu, Pakistan: Usually deserts referred as sandy, scorching hot and unpleasant weather conditions. But there are few deserts that are one of their kind. Yes these are cold deserts or snowy deserts. One of them is Katpana Desert located in high altitudes of Skardu and Shigar. It is one of the largest desert in the world covering area of almost Nubra, Ladakh, Shikar, Skardu, and Zanskar in occupied Kashmir. Its biggest region is located in Skardu and Shigar also famous as Biana Naqpo and katpana Biana according to locals. Most frequented visited location of the desert by tourists is near Skardu airport. ...