Hindu Kush ICIMOD 2025 Report:
The Hindu Kush Himalaya (HKH) region, often called the “Third Pole,” plays a critical role in supporting river systems and water needs across South Asia. The latest ICIMOD report raises serious concerns about snow persistence and water security in the region. The International Centre for Integrated Mountain Development (ICIMOD) released a report on April 21, 2025, revealing the lowest snow persistence in 23 years in the Hindu Kush Himalaya, threatening river flows across South Asia.
