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Green Nod for Hydro Project in Uttarakhand

  • 08 Oct 2024
  • 2 min read

Why in News?

Recently, a fresh approval for the Phata Byung Hydropower Project in Uttarakhand hinges on environmental, forest, and wildlife clearances.

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The Mandakini River

Glacial Lake Outburst Flood (GLOF)

  • About:
    • A glacial lake outburst flood (GLOF) is a type of catastrophic flood that occurs when the dam containing a glacial lake fails, releasing a large volume of water.
    • This type of flood is typically caused by rapid melting of glaciers or the buildup of water in the lake due to heavy precipitation or the inflow of meltwater.
  • Causes:
    • These floods can be triggered by a number of factors, including changes in the volume of the glacier, changes in the water level of the lake, and earthquakes.
    • According to NDMA (National Disaster Management Authority), glacial retreat due to climate change occurring in most parts of the Hindu Kush Himalayas has given rise to the formation of numerous new glacial lakes, which are the major cause of GLOFs
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