China plans to build the dam at the “Great Bend,” where the river makes a dramatic U-turn before entering India’s Arunachal Pradesh. The location, marked by tectonic instability, amplifies concerns about potential environmental disasters.

The reaction from Rajnath Singh came days after China announced its plan to construct the world's largest dam on the Brahmaputra, and India said it will continue to monitor and take necessary measures to protect its interests.

China has reaffirmed its plans to construct the world's largest dam on the Brahmaputra River in Tibet, near the Indian border. Despite concerns from India and Bangladesh, China insists the dam will not harm downstream countries.

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Tuesday said the government is on alert regarding China’s plan to construct a mega dam on the Brahmaputra river in Tibet, close to its border with India. Days after China announced its plan to construct the world’s largest dam on the Brahmaputra,

China reiterates plan to build world's biggest dam on Brahmaputra River, ensuring no negative impact on downstream countries.

Chinese officials say that hydropower projects in Tibet will not have a major impact on the environment or on downstream water supplies.

The project has stoked concerns about displacement and environmental impact downstream in India and Bangladesh.

China has assured India that the construction of a mega dam on the Yarlung Tsangpo river in Tibet will not harm the lower riparian states. The project aims to develop clean energy and has been studied for decades to ensure environmental safety.