India Pushes Hydropower, Aims to Renegotiate Indus Waters Treaty Amid Terrorism Concerns
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Why in news
India is seeking to renegotiate the Indus Waters Treaty (IWT) and accelerate hydropower projects on the Chenab River due to persistent cross-border terrorism from Pakistan.
Background
The Indus Waters Treaty (IWT) governs the sharing of three perennial rivers: the Indus, Chenab, and Jhelum. India is currently pushing for hydropower development on the Chenab River while seeking a formal review of the treaty's framework.
Facts for Prelims
- Intl. orgIndus Waters Treaty (IWT): Signed in 1960 between India and Pakistan, mediated by the World Bank.
- FactChenab River: One of the three perennial rivers shared under the IWT, primarily used for hydropower and irrigation.
- S&TQdenga: India's first dengue vaccine, approved for use by Takeda Biopharmaceuticals India.
- PostPresident Droupadi Murmu: Visited Moldova in 2026 to discuss UNSC reforms and counter-terrorism.
For Mains
Q. Examine the challenges India faces in renegotiating the Indus Waters Treaty while balancing regional water security and counter-terrorism objectives.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Security-Water Nexus: Linking water rights to cross-border terrorism and non-state actor activities in the region.
- Hydropower Diplomacy: Balancing domestic energy demands with downstream environmental and water-sharing obligations.
- Institutional Friction: The role of the World Bank as a mediator in resolving treaty disputes and technical grievances.
Keywords: Water Diplomacy · Hydro-politics · Cross-border Terrorism · Strategic Autonomy · Resource Security
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