Mukesh Gupta 

The Hindu Kush Himalaya cryosphere faces critical challenges from climate change, including rapid glacier melt and reduced snow cover. These changes threaten water resources, ecosystems, and livelihoods across the region. However, opportunities emerge through advanced monitoring technologies and increased scientific understanding. Improved remote sensing and field observations allow better assessment of cryospheric changes. Regional collaboration in research and data sharing enhances adaptive strategies. The cryosphere's role in climate regulation offers potential for carbon sequestration studies. Balancing development with preservation is crucial. Integrating traditional knowledge and modern science provides a path toward sustainable management of this vital Asian water tower.