Srinagar, July 4 -- When Dr. Karan Singh pointed out that Dal Lake is now only a third of its original size, and wetlands like Hokersar and Anchar are all but virtually gone, he wasn't just reminiscing about old Kashmir. He was sounding the alarm. Dal Lake isn't just a spot for tourists, and those wetlands aren't just names on a map but they're the backbone of the Valley's life, shaping its civilization, economy, and culture over the centuries. Watching Dal shrink and wetlands disappear isn't some small, local problem. It's a sign that things are unraveling across Kashmir. The lakes, marshes, springs, and floodplains once supported people and balanced the climate. Now, cities are spreading out, roads and buildings are popping up everywher...