Archive · 5 Jun 2025
India's Brahmaputra River: Assam CM Dismisses China Control Fears
Some people think China could control the water in the Brahmaputra River, which flows through India.
But the leader of Assam, India, says this is not true.
He says the river gets most of its water from rain in India.
Experts agree, saying that even if China did something, it wouldn't change things much.
India is talking about its rights to the river, and this is making Pakistan worried, as they have depended on water from a treaty with India.
Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma refutes claims of China controlling the Brahmaputra's water flow.
Sarma states the Brahmaputra is largely fed by monsoon rainfall within India.
Researchers like Nilanjan Ghosh support Sarma's view, citing data on river flow.
The article highlights that a significant portion of the Brahmaputra's flow originates within India.
The discussion is framed in the context of Pakistan's concerns over India's water rights.
- Who
- Himanta Biswa Sarma, Nilanjan Ghosh, Pakistan, China.
- What
- Debunking the idea of China controlling Brahmaputra River flow, especially in relation to India.
- When
- Current discussions, referencing the past.
- Where
- Assam, India, and along the Brahmaputra River (China, India, Bangladesh).
- Why
- To counter Pakistan's narrative regarding India's water access and clarify the dynamics of the Brahmaputra River.
India's Stance and Expert Opinions
Pakistani Narrative
Influence on Brahmaputra Water Flow
India's Stance and Expert Opinions
Indian authorities and researchers claim the river is mostly fed by Indian rainfall, minimizing China's influence.
Pakistani Narrative
Pakistan suggests China could cut off Brahmaputra water to India, impacting the country.
- River Origin
- Angsi Glacier, Tibet
- Countries the river flows through
- China, India, Bangladesh
- Indian States contributing to Brahmaputra flow
- Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Nagaland, and Meghalaya
- Contribution of Yarlung Tsangpo to Brahmaputra's Flow (Tibet)
- 15-20%
- Annual discharge at Pandu, India
- 526 BCM
Sources
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