India will not be affected... China clarifies on dam being built on Brahmaputra
India-China Relation / India will not be affected... China clarifies on dam being built on Brahmaputra
India-China Relation - India will not be affected... China clarifies on dam being built on Brahmaputra
India-China Relation: China is working on a plan to build the world's largest dam on the Brahmaputra River (Tibetan name Yarlung Tsangpo) in the Himalayan region. The estimated cost of this project is around US $ 13.7 billion. However, this construction has raised environmental and strategic concerns in India and Bangladesh located in the lower areas.Challenges and location of the projectChina's proposed dam is being built on the tectonic plate boundary in a very sensitive area of the Himalayas, where there is a high possibility of earthquakes. This area is naturally unstable and is vulnerable to environmental and geological hazards.China has claimed that this hydropower project has been scientifically verified and it will not have any negative impact on the water resources and ecology of the countries located in the lower areas, such as India and Bangladesh.China's sideChinese Foreign Ministry spokesman Guo Jiakun defended the project, saying that this dam will help deal with climate change and disaster management. China says that this project is environmentally friendly and in-depth scientific study has been done on its effects.Jiakun said, "This dam will not have any negative impact on the water resources and environment of the countries downstream."India's responseIndia has expressed its concerns over China's project on the Brahmaputra River. The Indian Foreign Ministry said that it will monitor the project and take necessary steps to protect its interests.Indian Foreign Ministry spokesperson said, "We have expressed our concerns with China at the diplomatic and expert level. We will ensure that the activities in the upper areas do not harm the lower areas."Possible impact on BangladeshThe water of the Brahmaputra River is also important for Bangladesh, as the country depends on this river for its water supply and agriculture. Experts believe that this project of China may change the flow of the river, which may affect the water resources of Bangladesh.Reaction at the global levelRecently, US National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan and Indian officials discussed this issue. The project has become a topic of discussion in the international community not only about environmental concerns but also about regional stability and control over water resources.What could be the future steps?Diplomatic solutionIndia and Bangladesh must continue to communicate with China at the diplomatic level.Scientific studyA study should be conducted by independent and international experts to assess the environmental impact of this project.Regional cooperationThere is a need to promote regional cooperation for water management of the Brahmaputra river.ConclusionChina's plan to build a dam on the Brahmaputra river is raising not only environmental but also geopolitical concerns. India, Bangladesh and China need to find a balanced solution to this issue to ensure regional stability and environmental security.The impact of this project will be clear in the coming years, but until then vigilance and active dialogue is required.