Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 11:39am on 20 May 2025,Tuesday India Global
China, controlling the origins of the Indus and Sutlej rivers in Tibet, technically has the capability to disrupt their flow, raising geopolitical concerns for India and Pakistan. Though only 10-20% of the rivers’ water originates from Tibet, China’s hydro projects like those at Zada Gorge and Senge Tsangpo could regulate flow. Experts warn China might use this leverage if India further suspends the Indus Water Treaty. While water diversion is possible, such actions carry ecological risks and could breach international water laws. No water-sharing treaty exists between India and China, heightening uncertainty amid ongoing regional tensions. (PC: News18)
