Zakir Rumi

Researcher, Environmentalist, Traveler #HighMountainAsia #Glaciology, #ClimateChange #RemoteSensing #GIS

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GB is one of the regions most affected by the climate crisis. However, due to a lack of scientific and ground-based data, most studies are based on modeling. To better understand the phenomenon and make evidence-based decisions, continuous ground-based data is crucial.

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The Remainings of the old Silk Route.
@GilitBaltistan @archeohistories @GovtofPakistan

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Retrieving @WMO data from the Automatic Weather Station located at the foothills of the Karakoram region. @bbcweather @CryoCommunity @glacierandy @GlacierHazards @andersen_inger @UNEP @icimod @PlanComPakistan @UNDP_Pakistan @GilitBaltistan

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Pakistan Met Dept has installed the highest AWS at the Boisam Pass(4600 m.a.s.l).
@CryoCommunity @glacierandy @pmdgov

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The ecological sensitive regions of northern Pak is highly vulnerable to CC and the ongoing rapid urbanization is posing a potential threat to the socio-enviro sustainability of the region. the picture clearly depicts our approach toward eco tourism.
#EnvironmentDay #5thJune

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A few yrs back during our field visits in the rural area of Punjab, engaged with villagers on water-related issues.
#watercontamination #PunjabNews #EnvironmentalJustice
@UN_Water @UN @GovtofPunjabPK @ClimateChangePK @WWF @GovtofPakistan

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Effective management of grazing lands and pastures is crucial for promoting a healthy ecosystem and achieving sustainable development.
@ClimateChangePK @ConnectSDGs @GilitBaltistan @andersen_inger @ClimateTracking

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#Mountain communities often rely heavily on animal husbandry as their primary source of livelihood. However, due to CC & human activities, the #socioenvironmental #Sustainability of these communities is at risk. It is crucial to address this issue at all levels @pamirtimes

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#ClimateCrisis is causing alarming #glacier retreat and melting in #Pakistan's Karakoram region, posing significant threats to the region's water resources and livelihoods. Urgent action is needed to address this environmental crisis. #KarakoramGlacier #ClimateChange #Pakistan

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Over the last two decades, the #Abgarchic community has played a significant role in #environmental conservation and environmental advocacy in northern #Pakistan, through ecological restoration, trophy hunting, & sustainable practices #ClimateCrisis #sustainableliving

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Long-term exposure to high levels of fluoride in drinking water led to skeletal fluorosis, which is a condition characterized by the accumulation of fluoride in bones, joints, and ligaments.

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Glaciers are a crucial resource for Pakistan and need to be protected as they serve as the lifeline for the downstream population.
#ClimateAction #ClimateEmergency #Socioenvironmental #Sustainability
@NASAClimate @MoCCPak @icimod @UN_Water @AKF_Global @UNDP

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Ground validation and field observation of glacial melting in the hotspot regions of @GilitBaltistan
@CryoCommunity @UWGlacier @UNEP @icimod @MITglaciology @ESA_EO @CopernicusData @ESA_EO

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High altitude regions of #HKH are facing the devastating impact of #ClimateCrisis. #Adaptation and mitigation measures may help communities in copping with challenges of #hydro-meteorological driven #disasters
@icimod @UNEP @UNDP4Youth @third_pole @ClimateTracking

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The Emerging Challenges of Water Crises in Gilgit Baltistan https://t.co/wePSqAknt6

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@BasharatIssa Basharat Bahi lagta hy Gojalion ki shadi kafi attend kr rakhe hy, kabi hamay bhe apnay shadion mai ana ka moqa zarur dejia ga, ham bhe khuch sekh lengy ap sy😂😅

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Today, @GovtofPakistan is hosting#WorldEnvironmentDay with the ambition and commitment to take incrimental steps to reduce the global #environmentalissues.
#EcosystemRestoration,
@UN @UNEP @ClimateChangePK @ClimateTracking @UN_Water
@icimod @dawn_com @dw_urdu

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#timelapse @JamalabadGojal #Hunza #GB
@explore_gb @NatGeoPhotos

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@DesiMountaineer #Boisem Pass @shimshalbemisal And #Boiber Valley Abgarch.

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Mountains occupy 22% of the world’s land surface area and are home to about 13% of the world’s population. While about 915 million people live in mountainous region, less than 150mill people live above 2,500m. @UN @ClimateTracking @akdn @GWPnews @WorldBankWater @UNDP4Youth