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Declining Snow Persistence in the Hindu Kush Himalaya

GS3 – Environment Context: A recent report by ICIMOD highlights that the Hindu Kush Himalaya (HKH) region has witnessed a third consecutive year of below-average snow persistence, with 2024-25 marking historic lows, posing serious threats to water security across Asia. Understanding Snow Persistence: Snow persistence measures the proportion of time …

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