India halts water flow to Pakistan from Kishanganga Dam

MUZAFFARABAD: India’s water aggression has entered a new phase as it has reportedly stopped the flow of water from the Kishanganga Dam, raising serious concerns about water shortages in parts of  Azad Kashmir.

According to local officials and security sources, the water level in the Neelum River has dropped by nearly 40 per cent, creating fears of an upcoming crisis in the region.

India’s Kishanganga Dam, which is considered one of the controversial water projects, has once again emerged as an environmental and water challenge for Pakistan.

According to sources, India had temporarily released water from the dam during the recent tension, however, in the current situation, the sudden water shutdown may have a direct impact on water shortages and agricultural activities in various areas of the Neelum Valley.

India, Pakistan and threats of a water war: what we know

According to reports, India has accelerated work on a project to connect the Chenab River with the Beas and Ravi systems, which is being considered internationally against the spirit of the Indus Waters Treaty.

According to experts, this move is part of India’s long-standing plan to limit Pakistan’s share of water and put it under environmental and economic pressure.

It should be noted that on April 23, 2025, India threatened to suspend the Indus Waters Treaty after the Pahalgam attack. After that, India unilaterally terminated the Indus Waters Treaty, using water as a strategic weapon.