India, June 19 -- All eight northeastern states have launched a joint platform to map, monitor and revive mountain springs across the eastern Himalayas.

The Himalayan Water Partnership aims to bring together science, policy and community action to strengthen springshed management.

Springs remain a crucial source of drinking water, irrigation and domestic use for many hill communities, but several are under pressure from erratic rainfall, deforestation and land degradation.

Tripura's early spring revival work has shown increased water discharge, offering one model for wider regional action.

All eight northeastern states have come together for the first time to map, protect and revive mountain springs, a key source of water for millions...