India Seeks Review of Indus Waters Treaty with Pakistan Under Article XII(3)

Sep 18, 2024, 09:56 AM

India has formally served a notice to Pakistan seeking a review and modification of the Indus Waters Treaty. The diplomatic note, sent on August 30, 2024, highlights fundamental changes in circumstances that necessitate a reassessment of the treaty under Article XII(3). Key concerns cited by India include changing water use, clean energy needs, and terrorism. This move indicates India's growing frustration with the current workings of the 1960 treaty. Pakistan has not yet responded to the official notification.