Saqib, Najam Us <br/><br/>
Navigating Modernity: Urban Governance, Traditional Livelihoods, and the Hanji Community in Srinagar's Smart City Initiative 

 -  Economic and Political Weekly  2025 
 - 85-92 
<br/><br/> The impact of Srinagar's smart city project on the Hanji community of Kashmir is examined, exploring the intersection of urban development, traditional livelihoods, and cultural preservation. How this indigenous community, historically tied to Dal Lake, adapts to rapid urbanisation is investigated. The study reveals tensions between modernisation efforts and the preservation of traditional ecological knowledge, highlighting the challenges in balancing economic development with cultural heritage. 
<br/><br/><label>Subjects--Topical Terms: </label><br/> Hanji Community<br/> Smart City Initiative<br/> Srinagar's Smart City<br/> Traditional Livelihoods<br/>Urban Governance