Climate change driving extreme rainfall in Himalayas, anthropogenic factors adding to risk: Govt

Extreme rainfall events are intensifying in the Himalayan region due to climate change. Human activities are also contributing to the overall disaster risk in the area. Accelerated snowmelt and moraine instability are identified as key contributing factors. These elements increase runoff and lead to slope failures in vulnerable terrains. A central team is assessing causes and recommending long-term disaster mitigation measures.