Chinese authorities have begun constructing what will be the world's largest hydropower dam in Tibetan territory, in a project that has sparked concerns from India and Bangladesh. Chinese Premier Li Qiang presided over a ceremony marking the start of construction on the Yarlung Tsangpo river on Saturday, according to local media.

China has started building the world’s largest hydropower dam in Tibet, raising concerns among India, Bangladesh, and environmental groups.

It is believed that the construction of this dam will produce 300 billion kilowatt hours of electricity every year. According to Xinhua, this plan of China will play a key role in achieving the goal of reducing carbon emissions and will boost industries like engineering. Along with this, this plan will also create employment opportunities in Tibet.