GLACIERS 2 LAST

Mincing no words in criticising the author of the
report, Pachauri said, "it is the observation of the entire
scientific community that glaciers are melting.

He alleged that the study has no references, no
citations and is a totally unsubstantiated scientific opinion.
IPCC is world's leading body for assessing climate
change and in its fourth assessment report in 2007, it said
Himalayan glaciers are retreating faster than in any other
part of the world, and if this continues, they are likely to
disappear by 2035, or perhaps sooner.
He, however, welcomed Environment Ministry's move to
conduct more scientific research and study on glaciers.
"We do need more extensive measurement of the
Himalayan range and there are only two-three glaciologist in
the country. We need to strengthen this area," Pachauri added.
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