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India-Pakistan Water Tensions Rise Amid Declining Chenab Flow

6/2/2025

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Water from India to Pakistan's Chenab River has sharply declined, raising alarms about India's possible use of water as a weapon in their strained relations. While a ceasefire is in place, India is advancing projects that threaten Pakistan's water resources. Experts call for urgent cooperation on water security and climate change to avert conflict and promote sustainable management.

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Water from India to Pakistan's Chenab River has sharply declined, raising alarms about India's possible use of water as a weapon in their strained relations. While a ceasefire is in place, India is advancing projects that threaten Pakistan's water resources. Experts call for urgent cooperation on water security and climate change to avert conflict and promote sustainable management.