Indus Water Treaty - Latest News Analysis in Details

22 September 2024 by ExamVatika Team

Daily News Analysis

India has issued a formal notice to Pakistan seeking a 'review and modification' of the Indus Waters Treaty (IWT).

This is the second notice in two years, signaling India's intent to renegotiate the 1960s agreement.

India cites 'fundamental and unforeseen changes in circumstances' as the reason behind the need for modification.

The dispute revolves around India's hydroelectric projects on the Kishanganga and Chenab rivers in Jammu and Kashmir.

The Indus Waters Treaty was signed in 1960 between India and Pakistan, with the World Bank as a third-party guarantor. 

The treaty allocated control over the Indus River System, giving India control over three eastern rivers and Pakistan over three western rivers.

India has limited rights over the western rivers, including permission for certain hydroelectric projects. India receives about 30% of the water while Pakistan receives 70% under the treaty.