China to proceed with Brahmaputra mega dam despite new concerns

China to proceed with Brahmaputra mega dam despite new concerns

China has confirmed it will move ahead with a large‑scale dam on the Brahmaputra River, a scheme labeled the ‘project of the century’ and included in its 15th Five‑Year Plan for renewable power. Indian officials warn the structure could affect water flow downstream, raising concerns after a severe flash flood struck the Nepal‑China border earlier this year.