Himalayan Glacial Lakes Expand 9.24% in 14 Years: Climate Change Impact Revealed in CWC Report

Oct 23, 2025 11:20 pm CST

Recent findings from the Central Water Commission reveal Himalayan glacial lakes have expanded by 9.24% over 14 years, with 428 lakes in India requiring vigorous monitoring. This expansion increases the risk of glacial lake outburst floods, highlighting the growing impact of climate change on the region's fragile ecosystem and the urgent need for enhanced disaster preparedness systems.