India has dismissed the Court of Arbitration’s supplemental award on the Kishenganga and Ratle projects, deeming it illegal and asserting that it is not bound by the Indus Waters Treaty. The Ministry of External Affairs emphasized the Treaty is in abeyance due to Pakistan’s support for terrorism, invalidating any external tribunal’s authority.
The Punjab and Haryana High Court dismissed Punjab’s plea to modify its May 6 order on releasing water to Haryana from Bhakra Dams. The court stated Punjab could still refer the matter to the central government. Punjab’s arguments regarding procedural shortcomings and material facts were rejected, affirming compliance with prior decisions.
The Punjab and Haryana High Court expressed grave concern over increasing tensions between Punjab and Haryana regarding water supply from the Nangal dam. Disputes arose after Punjab restricted water release, leading to BBMB’s petition. The court emphasized the need for cooperation among states, warning against actions resembling international conflicts.
The Supreme Court criticized Punjab for failing to build its share of the Sutlej-Yamuna Link (SYL) canal, calling it highhandedness and warning of further action by August 13. The long-standing water dispute with Haryana remains unresolved despite prior court orders. Both states must collaborate to find a solution.
Haryana is suing Punjab in the Supreme Court over alleged water supply cuts from the Bhakra Dam, claiming Punjab is withholding its rightful share amid severe summer shortages. Haryana officials argue that water allocation for the state has been disrupted, increasing tensions between the two states during the ongoing crisis.
