India has not stopped the water flow to Pakistan from the western rivers designated under the Indus Water Treaty, even after suspending the treaty post the Pahalgam terror attack. A report reveals that due to constraints on the Indian side, about five to six percent of water from the eastern rivers allocated solely to India is still reaching Pakistan. Islamabad’s concerns over the treaty seem exaggerated, as it fails to address its own water management issues.
Pakistan’s claims of India causing its water problems have been questioned by global water monitoring organizations. The report highlights Pakistan’s failure to enhance its water storage capacity, which stands at a mere 30 days, putting the country in a difficult position. Despite seeking UN Security Council intervention, Pakistan’s water crisis seems more rooted in its own inefficiencies rather than India’s actions.
Pakistan’s lack of efforts to reduce water wastage and improve storage capabilities has been criticized. The country stores only 10 percent of its annual river flows, significantly below the global average of 40 percent. Moreover, its irrigation canal system faces substantial water losses, indicating a need for better water management practices.
Senior Pakistani officials have warned about the critical water situation in the country, emphasizing the importance of efficient water management amidst increasing demands. Pakistan’s water woes seem more related to internal mismanagement rather than external factors, as highlighted by various experts and reports.
