Indus Water Treaty (IWT) 1960
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Source: INSIGHTS IAS
The Indus Water Treaty (IWT) 1960 is a water-sharing agreement between India and Pakistan, brokered by the World Bank, which allocates the use of the Indus River system's waters. The treaty allows for the construction of hydroelectric projects, with current disputes being resolved by a Neutral Expert appointed by the World Bank.
- Status
- Under Construction
- Sector
- Water Supply and Storage
- Location
- Jammu and Kashmir, India
- Updated
- 22 Jul 2026
- Source
- INSIGHTS IAS
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Description | The Indus Water Treaty (IWT) 1960 is a water-sharing agreement between India and Pakistan, brokered by the World Bank, which allocates the use of the Indus River system's waters. The treaty allows for the construction of hydroelectric projects, with current disputes being resolved by a Neutral Expert appointed by the World Bank. |
Original sector | Water Resources |
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Country | India |
State | Jammu and Kashmir |
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Source | INSIGHTS IAS |
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Record type | Project |
Sector | Water Supply and Storage |
Article published date | 2025-01-29 |
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