Congress MP calls on Defence Minister to address risks from China's Yarlung Tsangpo dam project
timesnownews.com — January 15, 2025, 08:01 PM UTC
Congress MP Gaurav Gogoi has urged Defence Minister Rajnath Singh to address concerns over China's plan to build a large hydropower dam on the Yarlung Tsangpo River. He highlighted risks to India's water security and potential flooding in Assam. The dam, approved by China on December 25, raises alarms about China's control over water flow. Gogoi recalled China's past suspension of hydrological data during the 2017 Doklam standoff, which affected downstream regions. Gogoi called for an evaluation of the dam's strategic impact and collaboration with regional security forces and neighboring countries. He emphasized the need for immediate action to protect India's water resources.