This surge in water levels at the Teesta Barrage has led to the opening of six gates, out of the 44 gates, at the barrage, causing water to flow into the chars downstream

Teesta has ceased to be just a river; it assumed a status of strategic importance

Realising the critical role that water plays in establishing global peace, stability, and prosperity, the theme set for World Water Day 2024 is “Water for Peace.”

The Teesta river's water level has risen by 16cm since last night, and the river was flowing 23cm above the danger level at 6:00am today at Kaunia point of the Teesta Barrage