Rising Runoff and Flood Risks Highlighted in China's Brahmaputra Dam Project

Chinese researchers have warned that the Brahmaputra River could experience increased runoff and a higher risk of floods over the century, raising concerns about the potential impacts of China's $168 billion mega dam project on the river in Tibet. The project, which is expected to comprise five cascade hydropower stations, has sparked scientific concerns about its downstream water flows, flood management, and ecological impacts. The latest findings add to previous warnings about the risks associated with the project, including potential structural stability issues due to an active fault line beneath the planned dam.

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• Times of India