Kokarai khwarr, a blessing in the scorching heat

By Fazal Khaliq MINGORA: Thronged with local swimmers and tourists, the Kokarai stream has double blessings; unlimited water supply for the local people and an attractive cool point for the visitors to beat the heat. Located at about 10 kilometres from Mingora, Kokarai is a historical valley with glimpses of scattered ruins of Gandhara civilisation. However, the valley has a zigzag stream flowing from Parona Chinar and traversing through Jabmil village. The stream is major source of irrigating agriculture lands and providing water for daily use chores. The stream is thronged with local residents and tourists during the summer...

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