Former Indian Congress minister Saifuddin Soz has publicly refuted claims that India can or will block Pakistan’s water supply, casting doubt on the narrative being promoted following what Pakistan has described as the “Pahalgam false flag operation.”
Speaking on the issue, Soz highlighted the critical importance of water for Pakistan, especially for its agricultural and drinking needs. He cautioned against any attempt to divert water flow from Pakistan, warning of dire consequences: “If efforts are made to interfere with Pakistan’s water, regions like Punjab and Jammu & Kashmir could face catastrophic flooding.”
Soz also warned that violating the Indus Waters Treaty—referred to as the Sindh Taas Water Agreement—could escalate tensions to the point of open conflict between India and Pakistan. “Such actions could lead to war,” he stated, adding that the international community is closely watching the unfolding situation.
Addressing the Pahalgam incident, Soz supported Pakistan’s stance, asserting that Islamabad was not involved and labeling the attack a “conspiracy by the Modi government.”
His remarks directly confront the prevailing narrative in India and underscore the risks posed by escalating water disputes between the two nuclear-armed neighbors.
