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In a poignant revisit to Krishnagram, a sinking zone in the Teesta Bazar, the devastation wrought by the October 2023 Glacial Lake Outburst Flood (GLOF) remains starkly evident. Documented by Junkeri Studio in collaboration with SaveTheHills, this photo feature highlights the ongoing crisis faced by the residents of this beleaguered area. Bhasuwa Renamed Krishnagram: A Submerging Reality Coordinates: 27°03'41.7"N, 88°25'29.2"E, Elevation 248m Formerly known as Bhasuwa, Krishnagram has experienced a dramatic increase in subsidence since the GLOF raised the Teesta river levels by 4-5 meters. The river now flows perilously close, exacerbating erosion and ground instability. Desperation Amidst Destruction Ganga Sarki's Plight Mrs. Ganga Sarki, 55, and her paralyzed elder brot...

Nepal's Birendra Lake, nestled below the towering slopes of Mt Manaslu, recently experienced a dramatic surge in water levels after being struck by a massive avalanche on Sunday morning. The avalanche, cascading down from the heights of Mt Manaslu, triggered an overflow of Birendra Lake, raising concerns about potential flooding downstream. Fortunately, there have been no reports of damage or casualties thus far, as the site of the overflow is located away from human settlements. However, officials have issued precautionary notices to residents living in downstream areas along the river to remain vigilant and prepared for any potential ramifications of the heightened water flow. Narayan Prasad Bhattarai, spokesperson for the Home Ministry, emphasized the need for residents near the a...

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Impact of the Teesta Valley GLOF: Photo Feature on Krishnagram – A Sinking Zone in Teesta Bazar

Avalanche from Mt Manaslu Causes Overflow of Birendra Lake in Nepal