India sends notice to Pakistan for review of Indus Water Treaty, cites changes in circumstances
Indus Water Treaty (IWT) with Pakistan, citing «fundamental and unforeseen» changes in circumstances. The notice was issued to Pakistan on August 30 under Article XII(3) of the treaty, according to government sources. The IWT, signed in 1960, governs the water-sharing mechanism between the two countries for cross-border rivers.
Treaty Signed After Nine Years of Negotiations
The IWT was established after nine years of talks between India and Pakistan, with the World Bank acting as a signatory. The treaty lays out a framework for cooperation and the exchange of information on water usage for several rivers shared by both nations.
India’s Concerns and Changing Circumstances
India has raised concerns over changes in population demographics, environmental issues, and the need for clean energy development to meet emission targets as key reasons for the reassessment. Government sources emphasized that these factors require a re-evaluation of the obligations outlined in the treaty.
The notification also highlighted the impact of cross-border terrorism on India’s position, with sources noting that persistent security threats have influenced the decision to push for a review.
Controversy Over Hydro Projects
One of the significant points of contention relates to the Kishanganga and Ratle hydro projects. A government source stated, «The notification was issued in the background of a separate prolonged controversy with respect to the Kishanganga and Ratle hydro projects.»
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