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Teesta River : Reconstruction Of The Teesta-3 Dam

Kumari Sonali

Teesta River : Reconstruction Of The Teesta-3 Dam

The Environment Appraisal Committee (EAC) has approved the reconstruction of the Teesta-3 dam in Sikkim, despite concerns over environmental safety and disaster risks.The Teesta River originates from Tso Lhamo Lake in the Himalayas, near the Pahurni and Khangse glaciers in Sikkim. States it pass through: Sikkim and West Bengal.Tributaries: Left-bank Tributaries: Lachung Chhu, Chakung Chhu, Dik Chhu, Rani Khola, Rangpo Chhu. Right-bank Tributaries: Zemu Chhu, Rangyong Chhu, Rangit River.

 

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