Noor Mohammad Shakhsaz, a 70-year-old craftsman in Srinagar, embodies the fading tradition of Kangri crafting in Kashmir. Despite the time-consuming process, he creates three Kangris a day with pride. However, the declining business and changing lifestyles in Kashmir pose a threat to this age-old tradition. The Kangri, a traditional heating device, faces competition from modern alternatives during winter, yet its symbolic importance in Kashmiri culture remains unyielding. This story captures the struggle to preserve a cultural legacy amid evolving times.
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