Hague Court Demands India Adhere to Indus Waters Treaty Amid Hydro Project Controversy
By Editor • August 31, 2026 • 1 min read
The Permanent Court of Arbitration (PCA) has ruled that India must honor the Indus Waters Treaty (IWT) with Pakistan and halt its hydro project in occupied Kashmir. This decision comes after tensions escalated between the two nations, notably following India's suspension of the treaty in April 2022, which Pakistan labeled an "act of war."
In its unanimous ruling, the PCA confirmed that the IWT remains fully operational and that India has no grounds to suspend or terminate its obligations under the treaty. The court emphasized that India must adhere to the treaty's requirements, particularly regarding the design and operation of hydro-electric projects on the Western Rivers.
The IWT, established in 1960, allocates the eastern rivers to India and the western rivers to Pakistan, outlining essential mechanisms for data sharing and dispute resolution. The proceedings also touched upon the Kishenganga and Ratle hydro-electric plants, which are under scrutiny by a World Bank-appointed expert, expected to deliver a final decision in 2027.
Source: www.dawn.com
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