Yala Glacier Declared 'Dead' in Nepal A Local Mourning on Loss
The Yala Glacier in Nepal, once a crucial site for glaciological training and cryosphere research in the Hindu Kush Himalayas (HKH), has now been officially declared “dead” — marking a significant and symbolic loss in the global climate crisis. On May 12, 2025, scientists, local communities, and monks gathered in Langtang, Nepal, to hold a poignant memorial for the glacier, which has retreated dramatically over recent decades. This event highlights the severe impact of global warming on Himalayan glaciers, with profound consequences for water security and ecological stability across South Asia.
Nepal’s Yala Glacier in Langtang has officially been declared “dead,” making it the first glacier in Asia to receive a memorial plaque. The declaration took place on May 12, 2025, during a poignant ceremony attended by glaciologists and locals from the Hindu Kush Himalaya (HKH) region. This marks a symbolic and scientific moment in the escalating climate crisis, highlighting the rapid pace of glacial retreat due to global warming.
Summary/Static | Details |
Why in the news? | Yala Glacier Declared ‘Dead’ in Nepal A Local Mourning on Loss |
Glacier Name | Yala Glacier |
Location | Langtang, Nepal |
Declared Dead | May 2025 |
Retreat Since | 1970s 784 meters |
Mass Loss | 66% |
Agencies Involved | ICIMOD, Glaciologists, Local Communities |
Environmental Message | Global warming, water insecurity, climate crisis |
Importance | Training site, scientific data, climate monitoring |
Notable Quotes | Andri Snaer Magnason, Manjushree Thapa |
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