China's approval of the world's largest dam on the Brahmaputra River in Tibet has raised concerns in India and Bangladesh. The dam, costing USD 137 billion, will be built at a huge gorge where the Brahmaputra river makes a U-turn to flow into Arunachal Pradesh and then Bangladesh .

Key Concerns:

-       Water Control: China's control over water flow could impact India and Bangladesh, potentially releasing large amounts of water during hostilities.

-       Environmental Impact: The dam's construction may disrupt the region's ecosystem and affect biodiversity zones like Kaziranga National Park.

-       Geological Risks: The project site is located along a tectonic plate boundary, prone to earthquakes.

India is constructing its own dam on the Brahmaputra River in Arunachal Pradesh.The Expert Level Mechanism (ELM) established in 2006 facilitates discussions on trans-border rivers, including data sharing during flood seasons

China's Objectives: The Brahmaputra dam is part of China's renewable energy initiatives, aiming for carbon neutrality by 2060 and promoting regional development in Tibet . The project is expected to generate over 300 billion kWh of electricity annually, enough to meet the needs of 300 million people.