Pakistan PM Warns India: "Not One Drop" of Indus Water Can Be Taken
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| Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif speaks at a ceremony in Islamabad on Tuesday. — PID |
ISLAMABAD, August 15, 2025 – Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif issued a stern warning to India on Tuesday, declaring that Pakistan would not allow "even one drop" of its Indus River water to be diverted. His statement comes amid escalating tensions over the Indus Waters Treaty (IWT) and recent international rulings.
Key Warnings
Addressing a ceremony in Islamabad, PM Shehbaz stated:
"If India threatens to hold our water, remember: you cannot snatch even one drop from Pakistan. Attempt it, and you’ll be taught such a lesson, you’ll hold your ears."
He referenced Pakistan’s 2019 downing of Indian jets, claiming six were shot down—including four Rafales.
Treaty Dispute Background
- April 2025: India suspended the IWT after a Kashmir attack it blamed on Pakistan.
- Pakistan called this an "act of war," noting no suspension clause exists in the treaty.
- June 2025: The Hague’s Permanent Court of Arbitration (PCA) ruled India cannot unilaterally pause the IWT.
- This Week: PCA reinforced India must let western rivers flow "unrestricted" to Pakistan. India rejects the rulings.
Military Backing
The PM’s warning aligns with top officials:
- Ex-Foreign Minister Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari: Called IWT suspension an attack on Indus civilization, vowing Pakistan "won’t retreat."
- Army Chief Gen. Asim Munir (reportedly in Florida): Warned Pakistan would "destroy" any Indian dam blocking the Indus, calling the river "not India’s family property."
Domestic Announcements
At the same event:
- Praised minorities (Christian, Hindu, Sikh, Parsi) for their role in Pakistan’s founding and development.
- Announced 100,000 laptops for high-achieving students nationwide.
Why This Matters
The Indus Waters Treaty (1960) allocates 80% of the Indus system’s water to Pakistan. Disruptions could devastate agriculture, affecting 215 million Pakistanis. With both nations citing military readiness, the dispute risks regional instability.
Sources: PM Office Statements, PCA Awards, International Media
This report uses simple English for global readers, emphasizing neutrality and factual accuracy on evolving geopolitical issues.
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