India • Jun 21, 2025

India declares Indus Water Treaty irreversible

India has suspended the 1960 Indus Waters Treaty with Pakistan after a deadly attack in Kashmir, which officials blame on Pakistan-backed militants.
Home Minister Amit Shah said the treaty is "in abeyance."
This move means less water will flow from India to Pakistani farms.

TL;DR

Treaty crucial for Pakistan's agriculture

The Indus Waters Treaty was crucial for Pakistan's agriculture, supplying water to most of its farms.
Now, India plans to divert that river water to Rajasthan instead, which could seriously impact food security in Pakistan.
Tensions are rising—Pakistan calls this an "act of war" and is considering international legal action, making this a big deal for both countries and the region's stability.