According to Reuters, a glacier in the Nanda Devi region of the Himalayas suddenly collapsed on February 7, destroying a dam in northern India’s Uttarakhand state. The disaster has left over 150 people missing.
The floodwaters swept through the valley, carrying debris and causing massive destruction. Local officials are still assessing the full extent of the damage, but the incident has raised concerns about the safety of hydropower projects in the region.
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed his condolences and assured that rescue operations are underway. The disaster serves as a grim reminder of the risks posed by climate change and the need for sustainable development in vulnerable areas.