Srinagar, June 28 -- In an age where billions of people are connected through smartphones, social media platforms, and instant communication, loneliness has emerged as one of the defining paradoxes of modern society. Despite unprecedented connectivity, millions of people feel isolated, disconnected, and without purpose. What makes this crisis particularly concerning is that loneliness is not merely a personal struggle, it has become one of the most exploited human vulnerabilities.

Throughout history, people have sought belonging, identity, and purpose through family, community, religion, and social institutions. These structures helped individuals understand who they were and where they fit within society. However, as traditional social ...