Archive · 21 Jul 2026
Indus Water Treaty in abeyance until Pakistan ends terror support
The Indus Water Treaty between India and Pakistan is currently on hold.
India says the treaty can't work right now because Pakistan supports terrorism and has misused the treaty's rules.
India also thinks the treaty is outdated and doesn't fit today's needs.
Pakistan, on the other hand, says India is violating the treaty and wants international help.
India is focusing on building hydropower projects and managing water better.
They will still give Pakistan flood warnings to keep people safe.
The main issue is terrorism, and India says the treaty can only be reconsidered if Pakistan stops supporting terrorism.
The Indus Water Treaty is in abeyance until Pakistan ends support for cross-border terrorism.
India accuses Pakistan of misusing dispute-resolution mechanisms and violating treaty terms.
Pakistan seeks international support, claiming India has violated treaty provisions.
India plans to accelerate hydropower development and improve water management in the Chenab basin.
India will continue to issue flood warnings to Pakistan on humanitarian grounds.
- Who
- India and Pakistan
- What
- Indus Water Treaty in abeyance
- When
- Decision made on April 23, 2025
- Where
- Indus River Basin
- Why
- Due to Pakistan's support for terrorism and treaty violations
India's Position
Pakistan's Position
Treaty Functionality
India's Position
The treaty can no longer function due to Pakistan's support for terrorism and misuse of dispute mechanisms.
Pakistan's Position
Pakistan claims India has violated treaty provisions and seeks international support.
Dispute Resolution
India's Position
India argues Pakistan has violated the treaty by approaching the Court of Arbitration directly.
Pakistan's Position
Pakistan seeks international arbitration to resolve disputes over water usage.
Terrorism and Treaty
India's Position
India insists the treaty will remain in abeyance until Pakistan ends support for cross-border terrorism.
Pakistan's Position
Pakistan does not link terrorism to the treaty and focuses on water rights.
- Treaty Year
- 1960
- Current Status
- In abeyance
- Key Indian Projects
- Sawalkote, Pakal Dul, Ratle, Kiru, Kwar
- Flood Warnings Issued
- 23 in the last flood season
- Terror Attack Reference
- Pahalgam attack, 26 killed
