‘What I am removing from the lake is like a treasure’: This Srinagar artisan is turning Dal Lake weeds to ‘Grass Mâché’ and creating work for women

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Simran Irshad has developed ‘Grass Mâché’ using weeds removed from Dal Lake. (Photo courtesy: Kashmir Life)

Srinagar artisan Simran Irshad turns discarded Dal Lake weeds into handmade products.

Irshad processes aquatic weeds into pulp to create an alternative to paper-based papier-mâché.

Dal Lake weeds, once treated as waste, are being given a new life through traditional craft.

Her ‘Grass Mâché’ initiative also aims to create livelihood opportunities for women.