The Himalayan region, including Nepal and northern India, faces compounded risks from climate change, geological instability, and earthquakes. Expanding glacial lakes increase the likelihood of GLOFs, which can cause catastrophic flooding, loss of life, and damage to infrastructure. The Chamoli flood in Uttarakhand highlighted the devastating impact of such events, with over 200 fatalities. Communities living downstream of glacial lakes are particularly vulnerable, and the risks are exacerbated by the lack of comprehensive mitigation measures.