The increasing impact of climate change has now started seriously affecting the glaciers, the source of river Ganga. Shocking figures have emerged in a 51-year long study (1973-2024) conducted by the Wadia Himalayan Institute of Geology. According to the study, not only the length of the glaciers of Bhagirathi Basin is decreasing, but their thickness is also continuously decreasing. This situation is a sign of serious danger to the water flow and ecological balance of the Ganga in future.

In this study published in the international research journal Results in Earth Sciences, scientists for the first time analyzed the changes in the thickness of the major glaciers of the Bhagirathi Valley. In the research, a comparative study of data between the years 1973 and 2024 was done. It was found that between 1973 and 2000, the rate of decrease in ice thickness in the Gomukh area, the end of Gangotri Glacier, was about 0.10 meters per year, which was relatively slow. This rate has increased rapidly since 2000. This indicates that the impact of climate change is greater now than ever before,

Geology scientist’s statement

Dr. Rakesh Bhambri, senior scientist at Wadia Institute of Himalayan Geology, said, “This study is very important for understanding the mass imbalance of glaciers in the Himalayan region.” He said that the decreasing thickness of glaciers is directly related to the increase in average temperature and change in rainfall pattern. Both these factors are increasing the rate of glacier melting, which is not only affecting the water supply of major rivers like the Ganga, but is also threatening the ecosystem and biodiversity of the region.

UK scientists also cooperated

Scientists from Punjab Central University, Bathinda and University of Leeds (UK) also collaborated in the study. Experts say that 238 small and big glaciers of Bhagirathi basin play an important role in keeping the Ganga eternal. In such a situation, decreasing the mass of these glaciers means a serious challenge to water resources in the future. Dr. Bhambri said that the findings of this study are a warning for policy-makers and environmental scientists. There is a need to further strengthen the regular monitoring system in the Himalayan region and work quickly on climate adaptation strategies, so that the Ganga can remain a life-giving stream in the coming years.

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Actor Anupam Kher had gone on a trip to Switzerland for several days. During this time, he was giving updates through social media by sharing pictures and videos of the beautiful valleys and views there. Meanwhile, the actor told on Tuesday that he is returning to India.

Anupam Kher posted a video on Instagram, in which he is seen in the snow-covered valleys of the famous Jungfrau peak of Switzerland. Posting the video, the actor wrote in the caption – ‘I am on my way to return to my beautiful country India. In the next few days I will share the rest of the photos and videos from my trip to Switzerland.

‘Shooting songs wearing chiffon saree…’
Anupam Kher further wrote- ‘This video has been made on the snowy peak of Jungfrau. It is said that this is the highest peak in Europe. Seriously, salute to all those Indian actresses who shot songs here wearing only chiffon sarees in minus 7 degree temperature. This is real dedication. I was finding it difficult to stand there even wearing five layers of clothes. Be victorious!’

Anupam Kher’s workfront
Actor Anupam Kher is going to be seen in ‘The Indian House Film’ in the coming days. Along with the actor, Nikhil Siddharth and Sai Manjrekar will also be seen in this film. Other information regarding the film has not been revealed yet. There is news that actor Anupam Kher can be seen in Sooraj Barjatya’s upcoming film.

Jungfrau: Hit Location of Bollywood Movies
Jungfrau is a famous snowy mountain in Switzerland. Its height is about 4,158 meters and it is called ‘Top of Europe’. Nearby is the Jungfraujoch railway station, which is part of a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This area’s snow-clad glaciers, traditional mountain villages, Sphinx Observatory and picturesque scenery make it a favorite spot for tourists. Scenes of many Bollywood songs like ‘Chandni’ and ‘Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge’ have been shot in this area. Jungfrau became quite famous due to the film ‘Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge’. Some scenes of the film were shot in Interlaken and Jungfraujoch in Victoria.