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China Building Massive Dam on Brahmaputra River, Sparking Concerns in India
China recently authorized the construction of the largest dam in the world, which is expected to cost about $137 billion, on the Brahmaputra River in Tibet, close to the Indian border. Concerns about the dam's possible effects on water flow and regional stability have been raised by other nations,
China approves construction of mega dam in Tibet
The Chinese government granted approval to build the Medog Hydropower Station on the lower reaches of the Yarlung Tsangpo river, where it is expected to generate 300 billion kilowatt-hours of power annually, three times the power of China’s massive Three Gorges Dam, according to the state-run Xinhua news agency.
Explained: Why China’s USD 137 billion-mega dam on Brahmaputra should worry India
A dam of this magnitude would grant China significant control over the water flow of the Brahmaputra, known as Yarlung Zangbo in Tibet, a lifeline for millions in India’s Northeastern states and Bangladesh.
Will China's Dam Construction On Brahmaputra Trigger Water War With India?
On today's episode of Crossfire we tell you how Beijing's ambitious plan to build the world's largest dam on the Brahmaputra river can trigger a water war between India and China.
Why India, Bangladesh must worry about China's mega Brahmaputra dam
The $137 billion project, while promising clean energy and regional development, risks ecological damage, geopolitical tensions and water disruptions for downstream India and Bangladesh
China assures Brahmaputra Dam in Tibet will have ‘no negative impact on lower reaches’
China approved the construction of the world’s largest dam on the Brahmaputra River in Tibet, which triggered apprehensions among the governments in India and Bangladesh.
EXPLAINED | Why Is India Concerned About China's Mega Hydropower Dam On The Brahmaputra?
China's proposed mega hydropower dam on the Yarlung Zangbo River has raised significant concerns in India due to potential impacts on water security and downstream communities.
China approves Brahmaputra dam in Tibet, on a scale to surpass Three Gorges Dam, with security concerns for India
The dam is to be built at a huge gorge in the Himalayan reaches where the Brahmaputra river makes a huge U-turn to flow into Arunachal Pradesh in India and then to Bangladesh. The total investment in the dam could exceed 1 trillion yuan (USD 137 billion),
China says dam over Brahmaputra River will not affect India
China on Friday (December 27, 2024) defended its plan to build the world’s largest dam on the Brahmaputra river in Tibet, saying the project will not “negatively affect” lower riparian states and that safety issues have been addressed through decades of studies.
Yingkiong dam: India's last line of defence against China’s 'water bombs' on the Brahmaputra
With China’s massive dam-building projects on the horizon, the proposed Yingkiong dam stands as India’s last hope to preserve the flow and future of the Brahmaputra
China defends plan to build world's largest dam over Brahmaputra River in Tibet; says will not affect lower reaches
China defends plan to build world's largest dam on Brahmaputra river, addressing safety and environmental concerns.
China Defends World’s Largest Dam Project On Brahmaputra River In Tibet Amid Regional Concerns
The dam will be built at a huge gorge in the Himalayan reaches where the Brahmaputra River makes a huge U-turn to flow into ...