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India, Bangladesh Renew Ganges Water Pact Amid Tensions

1/10/2026

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India and Bangladesh will renew their Ganges water-sharing agreement, set to expire in December 2026.
Officials have started joint water level measurements, to continue every ten days until May 31.
The renewal comes amid Bangladesh's political tensions ahead of elections, which could complicate negotiations.
Analysts cite two ongoing controversies in the talks, including a map dispute that has raised diplomatic concerns.

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India and Bangladesh will renew their Ganges water-sharing agreement, set to expire in December 2026.
Officials have started joint water level measurements, to continue every ten days until May 31.
The renewal comes amid Bangladesh's political tensions ahead of elections, which could complicate negotiations.
Analysts cite two ongoing controversies in the talks, including a map dispute that has raised diplomatic concerns.