Srinagar, Aug. 4 -- Climate change is no longer a distant warning for the Himalayas-it is a harsh reality. The rapid melting of glaciers, rising temperatures, erratic rainfall, frequent cloudbursts, flash floods, and landslides have transformed the world's youngest mountain range into one of the most climate-vulnerable regions. For the millions who depend on the Himalayas for water, agriculture, biodiversity, and livelihoods, the message is clear: protecting the Himalayas is no longer an environmental choice but a survival imperative. The Himalayas are often called the "Water Tower of Asia," feeding major rivers such as the Indus, Ganga, and Brahmaputra. Yet, climate change is disrupting this delicate ecosystem at an alarming pace. Glacie...