Jammu, Aug. 31 -- Glacial lake outburst leading to floods is a serious threat for Jammu and Kashmir's Kishtwar district, a comprehensive risk assessment has stated, warning that it puts lives, infrastructure, and the fragile ecosystem in grave danger. According to the GLOF (Glacial Lake Outburst Flood) Management Plan for Kishtwar 2024-25, the tehsils of Padder, Machail, Dachhan, Marwah, and Warwan are in peril of being the worst-affected due to their proximity to glacial lakes.
The report notes that these regions, along with the Kishtwar High Altitude National Park, remain highly vulnerable to sudden flooding.
"These regions are especially vulnerable due to their proximity to glacial lakes, making them prone to sudden flooding events tha...