25-04-2025
India suspends Indus Waters Treaty, what now?
On April 23, 2025, India suspended the 63-year-old Indus Waters Treaty with Pakistan following a deadly terror attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, that killed 26 civilians. This unprecedented move marks a significant shift in India's diplomatic strategy, as the treaty—signed in 1960 and brokered by the World Bank—had withstood wars and tensions for decades. The government announced that the suspension would continue until Pakistan takes verifiable action against cross-border terrorism. But what does this actually mean for the future of water-sharing, and why is this treaty so important?
This video unpacks the Indus Waters Treaty, India's legal and strategic options, and how this decision could reshape regional geopolitics. From India's rights over the western rivers to long-standing disputes over hydropower projects like Kishenganga and Ratle, we explore how water has become a key point of leverage. Could this suspension lead to long-term consequences for Pakistan's agriculture and flood management? Or is it a calculated warning in a larger diplomatic game? Watch the full story to understand the stakes.
Narration, script and editing: Aniket Singh Chauhan
Background score: Arihant Singh Chauhan
