India Seeks Delay in Indus Waters Treaty Dispute Over Hydropower Projects

In a significant diplomatic move, India has requested a suspension of proceedings related to the Kishanganga and Ratle hydropower projects under the Indus Waters Treaty. This request, directed to the World Bank's neutral expert, aims to assert India's control over its western river systems. The government has called for a halt to the agreed work program, which includes Pakistan's submissions and upcoming discussions. This decision follows a recent terror attack in Pahalgam, leading India to put the treaty on hold. Read on to discover the implications of this development.

By Narendra Chaudhary Jun 24, 2025, 13:35 IST

India's Request for Suspension

New Delhi: Officials have confirmed that India has officially requested a halt in the ongoing proceedings concerning the Kishanganga and Ratle hydropower projects. This move is part of India's efforts to assert its rights over the western river systems as stipulated in the Indus Waters Treaty (IWT).

In a letter directed to Michel Lino, the neutral expert appointed by the World Bank, the Indian government has called for the suspension of the previously agreed work program. This program includes Pakistan's written submissions due in August and the joint discussions planned for November.

Following the terror attack in Pahalgam, India decided to put the Indus Waters Treaty on hold.