With this notice, India has called on Pakistan to begin government-to-government negotiations to review the treaty under the provisions of Article XII (3)

India has served a formal notice to Pakistan , seeking review and modification of the Indus Water Treaty. The notice was sent to Pakistan on August 30, 2024. Under Article XII (3) of the Treaty, its provisions may from time to time be modified by a duly ratified Treaty concluded for that purpose between the two Governments.

India served a formal notice to Pakistan on August 30 seeking its review and modification, multiple reports said.

According to sources, India raised concerns about demographic changes, environmental issues, and the need to accelerate the development of clean energy while seeking a review of the Indus Water Treaty.

The notice highlighted that a one-sided water treaty had been in existence since the two countries signed it in 1960, adding that various articles of the treaty needed assessment.

India has formally notified Pakistan to review the Indus Water Treaty, citing significant changes in circumstances. Key concerns include demographic shifts, environmental issues, and clean energy needs.

In a diplomatic note to Pakistan, India highlighted the significant global changes since 1960 and stressed the importance of initiating talks to amend the treat

The Indus Water Treaty (IWT), a water-sharing agreement between India and Pakistan, was signed on September 19, 1960.