2013/02/27 by Arshad Ashraf · 1 citation
Environmental Science · Earth and Planetary Sciences · #Hydrology and Watershed Management Studies #Cryospheric studies and observations #Flood Risk Assessment and Management
paper · pdf · doi:10.5772/54492
openalex publication_date 2013/02/27 · openalex created_date 2025/10/10 · openalex updated_date 2026/08/01
The Himalayan region is a source of ten major river systems that together provide irrigation, power and drinking water for 1.3 billion people i.e. over 20% of the world’s population. The supply and quality of water in this region is under extreme threat, both from the effects of human activity and from natural processes and variation [1]. Population growth is already putting massive pressure on regional water resources, affecting water resource in terms of demand, water-use patterns and management practices. The change in hydrological cycle may affect river flows, agriculture, forests, biodiversity and health besides creating water related hazards [2]. The need for suitable strategies for climate resilient development has policy and governance implications [3]. Adaptation to climate change is the area that should be strength‐ ened through policy advocacy supported by evidence through rigorous research and verified information.