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Shrinking Himalayan Glaciers and Climate Change

Shrinking Himalayan Glaciers and Climate Change

Introduction The Himalayas, often referred to as the “Third Pole”, host the largest concentration of glaciers outside the polar regions. They are the lifeline of several major rivers in South Asia, including the Ganga, Indus, Brahmaputra, and their tributaries, which support over 1.5 billion people. In recent decades, these glaciers have been shrinking at an…

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The Retreat of Himalayan Glaciers and Its Impact on India’s Water Security

Introduction The Himalayas, often referred to as the “Third Pole,” are home to the largest concentration of glaciers outside the polar regions. These glaciers are vital for sustaining perennial rivers such as the Ganga, Yamuna, Indus, and Brahmaputra. However, in recent decades, the Himalayan glaciers have been retreating at an alarming rate, threatening not only…

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