India's National River Linking Project
India's National River Linking Project aims to transfer 200 billion cubic meters of water annually through thirty river links, sparking concerns about potential consequences on land, people, and weather.
Key Points
- Project aims to transfer 200 billion cubic meters of water annually
- Inspired by a British engineer's proposal over a hundred years ago
- Largest project of its kind in India
- Scientists express concerns about potential consequences
Cons
- Potential negative impact on land, people, and weather
- Long time frame for completion