Indus Waters Treaty fallout? Nearly a third of Pakistan reels as Sindh, Balochistan face water crisis
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Why in news
Pakistan's Sindh and Balochistan provinces are facing a severe water crisis due to India's hardline stance on the Indus Waters Treaty (IWT) following security tensions.
Background
The water crisis affects nearly one-third of Pakistan's population, with some canals in Sindh facing up to an 82% shortfall. The shortage is primarily impacting agricultural production and seasonal cultivation in the Sindh and Balochistan regions.
Facts for Prelims
- Intl. orgIndus Waters Treaty (IWT): Signed in 1960 between India and Pakistan, mediated by the World Bank.
- FactSindh canal network: Reported water shortfalls of up to 82% in specific sectors.
- PlaceSindh and Balochistan: Key Pakistani provinces facing acute water scarcity and agricultural disruption.
For Mains
Q. Analyze how transboundary water management and security concerns intersect to impact regional stability and agricultural livelihoods in South Asia.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Hydro-political friction: India's leverage over water flow as a tool of strategic signaling in response to security threats.
- Agricultural vulnerability: Impact of water scarcity on food security and rural livelihoods in arid regions of Pakistan.
Keywords: Transboundary water management · Hydro-politics · Food security · Strategic leverage · Water diplomacy
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