The Impact of Climate Change on the Survival of Communities in Skardu

Abstract

Climate change poses a significant threat to communities around the globe, particularly in vulnerable regions like Skardu, located in Pakistan's Gilgit-Baltistan area. This research explores the impact of climate change on the survival of these communities, focusing on environmental, social, and economic dimensions. Using a qualitative approach, the study combines qualitative interviews analysis to highlight key challenges and propose sustainable solutions. The findings indicate severe impacts on agriculture, water resources, and local livelihoods, underscoring the urgent need for adaptive measures and policy interventions. This study will crucial in the understanding the local communities trouble and to addressing the alternative mean in curbing the future coming irreparable damages to coming in their life .So this is based on common prescription reflecting the insights of indigenous and native masses living their life in the domino of mountain .