China’s planned Medog hydropower project on the Yarlung Tsangpo has been described as the world’s largest hydropower scheme. Reports of an active fault beneath the site have intensified concerns about seismic safety, downstream risks and tensions with India.

China advances its controversial Brahmaputra mega dam project, raising concerns for India amid recent environmental challenges.

China’s planned Medog hydropower project on the Yarlung Tsangpo has been described as the world’s largest hydropower scheme. Reports of an active fault beneath the site have…