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NGT issues notice to Centre over hanging glacier danger in central Himalaya

The National Green Tribunal has sought responses from the Centre and other bodies concerning the danger posed by hanging glaciers in the central Himalayas. A recent study highlighted unstable glaciers on steep slopes, warning of potential avalanches and downstream disasters, with a sharp rise in human exposure due to development in high-altitude areas.

26 Apr 2026 2:21 pm