Assam: Akhil Gogoi warns of China's Brahmaputra dam as potential 'water bomb' threat

Assam MLA Akhil Gogoi has raised serious concerns regarding China's construction of the world’s largest dam on the Brahmaputra River. 

Gogoi alleges that Beijing intends to use the dam as an “organic weapon of war” against India, posing a threat to the sovereignty and security of the northeastern region. 

Gogoi described the dam as a potential “water bomb” that could have dire consequences for the northeast region.

The MLA claims that China could manipulate the water flow, either releasing or withholding it, to cause devastating floods or droughts in India's northeast. This manipulation is viewed as a strategic move to destabilize India without direct conflict.

Additionally, there are concerns about environmental devastation, as sudden water surges could damage fragile ecosystems and impact livelihoods dependent on the Brahmaputra River.

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The MLA has urged the Government of India to take decisive measures to counter the potential threat posed by the dam. Immediate actions are deemed necessary to prevent the river dam in China from becoming operational, using any means possible to safeguard national security.

The MLA has called on the people of Assam to raise their voices and organize mass protests against the Chinese embankments.  In a more drastic measure, the MLA suggests that if needed, citizens should lay siege to the Chinese Embassy in Delhi to pressure the Indian government into action.

China has been constructing several large-scale hydropower projects on the Brahmaputra, known as the Yarlung Tsangpo in China. These developments have sparked concerns about Beijing’s control over the river’s flow, which affects millions in downstream nations like India and Bangladesh.

The Indian government is actively monitoring the situation and engaging in diplomatic talks with China to address transboundary water issues. 

As apprehensions grow over the possible weaponization of the Brahmaputra’s waters, the MLA's warning has ignited calls for national and regional action. The situation highlights the urgent need for diplomatic engagement and grassroots awareness to protect the interests of India's northeastern states.