Braving the chilling waters in winter, Kashmir’s lotus stems cultivators’ eye for a profitable crop after harvesting the nutritious nadru in troublesome market conditions. Around 300 bundles of Nadyir roots can be harvested from one Kanal of marshland. Nadur, which is the singular form of Nadyir, supports the livelihoods of many in Kashmir – from farmers to grocers, and even hawkers selling snacks
