and analysis of the hydro-meteorological, topographical and geological data. With the latest expertise on dam construction now available high dams on the major tributaries of the Brahmaputra are considered feasible. No other measures, be it embankments, afforestation or watershed management would independently contribute as much to the reduction of the flood problem of the valley”.

One is a Union Minister of State for Home whereas the other is the Chairman of Brahmaputra Board, a civil engineer with 36years of experience in practically all the aspects of water resources. What needs is a change of mindset and a belief in our own self that MAKE IN INDIA IS THE BEST. Fontana Dam in America at the height of 150 m was built before India got its independence. The tallest dam constructed in India stands at 260.5 m  at Tehri on the river Bhagirathi .Now it is for the people of Northeast India and leaders of states of the region and Assam in particular whether a solution to the perennial flood problems of the state should be taken care off or not.