Shrinking Snowpack Signals Water Scarcity Risk in Indus Basin
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- •The Indus basin relies heavily on snowmelt from surrounding mountains for its water supply.
- •Snow cover in the basin has decreased noticeably in recent years, as confirmed by satellite data.
- •Millions of people in Pakistan and northern India depend on the Indus basin for irrigation and drinking water.
- •Reduced snowmelt can lead to lower river flows during dry seasons, impacting agriculture and energy production.
What Could Happen If...
- ▸If Pakistan and India increase cooperation on water management then water sharing and conservation efforts could improve, reducing the risk of severe shortages for communities and farmers.
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