Guwahati, March 28 -- Minister of State for External Affairs Kirti Vardhan stated in a written response to a query in the Rajya Sabha on Thursday that India is actively monitoring developments related to the Brahmaputra river including China's plans to develop hydropower projects on the river.

External Affairs Minister stated that the Government carefully monitors all developments relating to the Brahmaputra river, including plans by China to develop hydropower projects, and takes necessary measures to protect our interests, including preventive and corrective measures to safeguard life and livelihood of Indian citizens residing in downstream areas

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