Why does china want this 'super dam'?
China has said in its statement that this dam will help it move away from old energy sources like coal and oil and reduce pollution by 2060. The brahmaputra river is very good for generating electricity because it falls rapidly from high mountains, making the flow of water very fast. This river passes through the deepest valley in the world and falls 2000 meters in a short distance of just 50 km. However, the rough path of this river is also a big challenge for engineering.
China has built many big dams in the last few years. The Three Gorges Dam is so big that the weight of the water stored in it has also seen a change in the gravity of the earth. The water released from this dam has also caused a lot of damage to the environment. According to the estimate of Chongyi Water Resources Bureau, the cost of this project can be up to one trillion yuan (about 127 billion dollars).
Can china use this dam to put political pressure on India?
International affairs expert Mohammad Shoaib says that India's concerns about water security may increase, which can increase tensions between the two countries. It can be seen as a strategic tool towards China. This can affect cross-border water agreements. Apart from this, the risk of floods in india and bangladesh may increase during heavy rains or strategically releasing water from the dam. International affairs expert Mohammad Shoaib further said, this dam can disrupt the ecosystem. This will affect the fauna and the environment around the river. Sediment flow may decrease, which can affect agriculture and fisheries in the delta regions.
"India can invest in its own dam construction projects on the Brahmaputra or strengthen hydrological monitoring systems. This can lead to competitive approaches in the management of shared river resources, which can further strain bilateral relations."
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