Sindh Irrigation Minister Jam Khan Shoro accused India of attempting to undermine the Indus Waters Treaty. He warned that blocking Pakistan’s share of water would have serious consequences. The minister made the remarks during a press conference in Hyderabad on Saturday.
Minister Alleges Treaty Violations by India
Jam Khan Shoro claimed India was making unilateral attempts to weaken the Indus Waters Treaty. He alleged that New Delhi had suspended water-related cooperation and hydrological data sharing. According to him, these actions threaten regional peace and stability.
The minister recalled that water became a political issue shortly after Pakistan’s creation in 1947. However, he said those efforts failed because of the country’s resilience. He also highlighted the historical and geographical importance of the Indus River for Sindh.
Shoro said Pakistan had honored the treaty by allowing India to use the eastern rivers. However, he alleged that India diverted those waters extensively. Consequently, he claimed the diversions contributed to environmental damage, reduced freshwater flows, and the degradation of the Indus Delta.
Pakistan Warns Against Blocking River Flows
The minister said climate change has already reduced available water resources across the region. Therefore, he argued that any further disruption would severely affect Sindh. He also claimed India had stopped sharing hydrological data required under the treaty.
Shoro maintained that international law prohibits blocking transboundary rivers. Moreover, he said the Indus Waters Treaty provides Pakistan with clear legal protection. He urged India to comply with its obligations under the agreement.
The minister warned that Pakistan would not remain a silent spectator if its water share were blocked or diverted. He said any practical attempt to interfere with the Indus River’s natural flow would be treated as an act of aggression. Furthermore, he reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to protecting its water rights and national sovereignty.
