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Snow Leopard Census 2026 Shows Promising Population Growth
KVO's annual snow leopard survey across Khunjrab National Park reveals a 12% increase in population, with 34 individuals recorded — the highest count in five years.
March 20, 2026
Read More →KVO Launches New Eco-Tourism Trail Connecting Three Villages
A new 48-kilometre trekking trail linking Sost, Khunjerav, and Shimshal has officially opened, offering visitors an immersive journey through high-altitude landscapes and local community life.
March 10, 2026
Community Water Management Project Completed in Shimshal
A gravity-fed irrigation and drinking water system serving 280 households in Shimshal has been completed, reducing water fetching time for women and improving agriculture yields.
February 28, 2026
Annual Khunjrab Wildlife Festival Draws Record 2,400 Visitors
The 4th annual Khunjrab Wildlife Festival attracted a record 2,400 visitors from across Pakistan and abroad, celebrating the biodiversity of the Karakoram through photography, talks, and cultural events.
February 15, 2026