The move has been welcomed by local landowners and environmental groups, who have worked with the two organisations to agree a solution which will help wildlife in the valley.

BBC: River Brennand

Both Clinton and Secretary of State Madeleine Albright have cautioned India not to attempt a "military solution" to the crisis in the Kashmir Valley and to open dialogue with the bitterly alienated Kashmiris.

CNN: The India Tilt

The Valley too has valid complaints, and its proposed solution may herald the break-up of the city.

ECONOMIST: Los Angeles