The Teesta Saga

<p>The Teesta: A River of Life a Source of Conflict.</p><p>From its glacial origins in the Eastern Himalayas to its confluence with the Brahmaputra in Bangladesh the Teesta River is more than just a waterway; it is a lifeline for over 30 million people sustaining agriculture livelihoods and cultural identities across its basin. Fazlous Satter's <strong>The Teesta Saga: A Himalayan River's Journey Through Geopolitics Ecology & International Laws</strong> embarks on a comprehensive journey through this vital river's story revealing the intricate connections between ecology geopolitics human lives and international law.</p><p>Delve into the decades-long water-sharing dispute between India and Bangladesh marked by unmet agreements and the far-reaching impacts of upstream interventions like the Gajoldoba Barrage. Understand how hydropower development in Sikkim and West Bengal while holding economic promise clashes with environmental preservation and local communities' rights.</p><p>Explore the geopolitical complexities of the Teesta basin strategically located near India's Siliguri Corridor. Discover how China's proposed Teesta River Comprehensive Management and Restoration Project (TRCMRP) in Bangladesh has introduced a new dynamic prompting a reactive offer from India.</p><p>Satter expertly navigates the international legal frameworks governing transboundary rivers highlighting the challenges of achieving equitable and sustainable water management in the face of geopolitical realities and national interests.</p><p>Authored by Fazlous Satter a seasoned human rights human security and geopolitical researcher this book is essential for anyone seeking to grasp the multifaceted challenges and opportunities surrounding transboundary water resource management in a critical and evolving region. Understand the intricate dance between a vital natural resource and the nations that depend upon it.</p><p><br> </p><p><br> </p><p><br> </p>