essay | kashmir’s dying springs: a call for environmental action
in the northernmost part of the indian subcontinent, volunteers are working to restore the area's flowing springs and preserve their cultural heritage. keep reading
i am ilhak ahmad tantray, a recent master’s graduate from the university of kashmir, passionate about storytelling that informs, engages, and drives change. with hands-on experience in journalism, multimedia production, and content creation, i thrive in crafting compelling narratives across digital and traditional platforms.
as an intern at the quint, i sharpened my skills in digital journalism, producing news reels, social media content, and collaborating with creative teams in a fast-paced media environment.
in my role as a fellow leader at the azadi leadership program, i spearheaded a crucial project on sexual harassment in kashmir newsrooms, leading awareness workshops and interactive sessions with media professionals and students.
my experience as a freelancer—contributing to platforms like the citizen, twocircles, villagesquare, and kashmir life—has equipped me with a diverse storytelling approach, blending investigative depth with creative visuals.
from reporting on social issues to producing documentaries, i am committed to amplifying untold stories and creating meaningful content that sparks conversations and inspires action.
in the northernmost part of the indian subcontinent, volunteers are working to restore the area's flowing springs and preserve their cultural heritage. keep reading