An Analysis of India Pakistan Water Conflicts

Abstract

The article seeks to address the water conflict between India and Pakistan and its implications for relations between the two opposite states. This dissertation further sheds light on the steps taken to find a solution to this conflict and then the issue was resolved through the “Indus water treaty in 1960”, which was a temporary solution. This work examines disputes over the construction of dams or reservoirs on rivers across borders, such as the construction of “Baghliar dam”, “Kishanganga project” and “Wuller Barrage” from India and further examines the Pakistan’s response to these Projects. This study also sheds light on India’s response to the Diamer Bhasha dam being constructing by Pakistan. The focus of this research is on the Baghliar, Kishanganga and Diamer Bhasha Projects. The method employed in the proposed research is analytical one and also with qualitative approach. This study is based on both primary and secondary sources. This study shows that if the water dispute is not solved then it will be catastrophic. An early resolution of this dispute is essential for better relations between both bilateral sates.