A devastating flood in Nepal has laid bare the dangers of the country’s rapid expansion of hydropower projects, raising concerns over environmental and structural vulnerabilities. Experts warn that poorly planned dams and inadequate safety measures could worsen flooding in already high-risk regions. The disaster underscores tensions between economic development and long-term sustainability in Nepal’s energy sector. Questions now loom over whether current policies can balance growth with disaster resilience.
Catastrophic Flood Exposes the Risks of Nepal’s Hydropower Bet The New York Times
