The Sindh TAS agreement

                          The Sindh TAS Agreement

The Sindh TAS agreement, or more accurately the Indus Waters Treaty (IWT), is a 1960 water-sharing agreement between India and Pakistan, managed by the World Bank, that allocates the waters of the Indus River system, with Pakistan controlling the western rivers (Indus, Jhelum, and Chenab) and India controlling the eastern rivers (Ravi, Beas, and Sutlej).

Here's a more detailed breakdown:

Background:

The Indus Waters Treaty was signed in Karachi on September 19, 1960, after years of negotiations, and it was initiated by the World Bank.

      Water Allocation:

      Pakistan: Receives the waters of the Indus, Jhelum, and Chenab rivers.

      India: Receives the waters of the Ravi, Beas, and Sutlej rivers.

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      India's Limited Use of Western Rivers:

The treaty allows India to use the waters of the western rivers for domestic use, non-consumptive purposes, and limited agricultural use, as well as for hydroelectric power generation, but with specific restrictions outlined in the treaty.

     Dispute Resolution:

The treaty includes a mechanism for resolving disputes, involving the Permanent Indus Waters Commission and the possibility of involving a neutral expert or a court of arbitration.

      Significance:

The Indus Waters Treaty is considered one of the most successful international treaties, having endured despite political tensions between India and Pakistan.

      Ongoing Challenges:

Despite the treaty's success, there are ongoing discussions and potential challenges related to water management and the evolving political landscape.

      Key Provisions:

      India is obligated to allow the waters of the western rivers to flow into Pakistan with limited exceptions.

The treaty permits India to develop hydroelectric projects on the western rivers under certain conditions

The treaty lays down detailed regulations for India in building projects over the western rivers.

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