Sikkim faces flood risk from glacial lakes after Nepal disaster

Following a devastating glacial lake outburst in Nepal, Sikkim has come under scrutiny for similar risks. State authorities have identified 40 high-risk glacial lakes that could pose a threat to downstream areas.

The identification comes as a precautionary measure after the Nepal incident highlighted the dangers of rapid glacial melt and uncontrolled outburst floods. Officials are assessing the vulnerability of these lakes and potential impact zones.