Basharat joined Video Volunteers in 2017 as a Community Correspondent from the Shopian district of Jammu & Kashmir. Despite his relatively recent affiliation with Video Volunteers, he is one of the most passionate and active members of the network. Basharat has worked with several organisations as a correspondent and researcher and has been an advocate for human rights in Jammu…

Basharat Amin

Community correspondent Basharat Amin made a video on illegal riverbed mining in Ranbiara, Kashmir. With the support of local community, Basharat made government officials aware of the rapidly deteriorating on ground situation. After a few letters, WhatsApp messages and followups, illegal mining on the riverbed has stopped to an extent.

Majid Aziz, District Officer Geology and Mining played an important role in controlling illegal activities. The community has offered thanks to Majid Aziz for his efforts.