Kashmiri Children Shape a Chinar Leaf from Fresh Snow

On a snowy day in Kashmir, a group of children turned playtime into something meaningful. Using fresh snow, they carefully shaped a Chinar leaf, pressing, carving, and smoothing it with their hands.

There were smiles, cold fingers, and shared excitement as the symbol slowly took form.

For the children, it was fun. For Kashmir, it was a quiet reminder of identity, tradition, and belonging.
The snow will melt, but moments like these stay — small, honest, and deeply human.