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Kathua, July 05 (HS). Members of the Indian National Trust for Art and Cultural Heritage Kathua Subchapter visited the Badnota Falls falling under Lohai Malhar Block of Kathua district. Located at a distance of about 20 km from Machheddi and reached through a 4 km trek, this waterfall is considered to be one of the biggest and most amazing natural attractions of the Union Territory, which has significant potential to attract tourists from all over India.
The team comprising Ankush Sharma, Devinder Kumar, Deep Kumar Sharma, Raman Sharma and Ayush Sharma had an objective to catalogue and explore the natural heritage of Kathua district. They were accompanied by Squadron Leader Sumit Sharma. The team, which reached the waterfall site, was disappointed when they saw plastic bags, food packets and liquor bottles around the waterfall, spoiling its natural beauty. The team immediately started the cleaning drive using the resources available with them. The members and volunteers collected the scattered garbage, however, faced many difficulties due to the sudden rain. Meanwhile, they inscribed a message on a stone lying near the waterfall, urging visitors to keep the area clean.
Additionally, the team worked with local villagers to raise awareness about the environmental impact of littering. Team member Ankush Sharma stressed the importance of developing Badnota Falls as a tourist destination by addressing environmental challenges. Sharma said that the beauty of Badnota Falls has immense tourism potential. However, it is important that we deal with environmental threats to preserve its natural heritage for future generations.
