Next Article
India
•
Jun 17, 2025
Indus River water flow to Pakistan decreases, affecting crops
Water from India to Pakistan's Sindh province has dropped sharply—down 17% compared to last year, according to new official data.
Punjab's water supply also dipped slightly.
This comes as tensions rise over river management between the two countries.
TL;DR
Farmers in Punjab, Sindh struggling
With less river water and monsoon rains still weeks away, farmers in Punjab and Sindh are struggling just as the Kharif crop season begins.
The drop follows India suspending the Indus Waters Treaty after a deadly attack in April, and stopping real-time river data sharing with Pakistan.
That's made it tougher for Pakistan to plan for floods or manage its crops—reminding both sides how closely their futures are tied to these rivers.