Nepal floods show the risk; China’s mega-dam raises bigger questions for India

Recent Nepal floods highlight Himalayan vulnerabilities and cascading disaster risks. China’s Yarlung Tsangpo dam project faces scrutiny due to its geologically unstable location. The dam’s operation could influence downstream river flows and water security for India. Chinese scientists have warned about the project’s seismic and landslide risks in the region. India faces managing combined risks from infrastructure, climate change, and border proximity.