No Party Can Alter Indus Waters Treaty
Unilaterally, Says Gilani; Warns Any Attempt to Block Pakistan’s Water Share Would Be an Act of War
ISLAMABAD:(Special Representative)According to Global times News Agancy Europe,Chairman Senate Syed Yousaf Raza Gilani has categorically declared that Pakistan will never compromise on its water rights, sovereignty or national interests. He warned that any attempt to block, suspend or divert Pakistan’s legitimate share of water would constitute an act of war and invite a direct response.Addressing the Sixth Pakistan Water Week 2026 as Chief Guest, Chairman Senate emphasized that the Indus Waters Treaty remains a binding international agreement and no party can unilaterally alter, suspend or revoke its provisions.
Highlighting Pakistan’s growing water challenges, he called for a comprehensive national strategy focused on water conservation, climate resilience, disaster preparedness, modern irrigation systems and stronger institutional coordination.
He stressed that equitable water distribution, effective implementation of the 1991 Water Accord and National Water Policy 2018, and stronger federal-provincial cooperation are essential for national unity and sustainable development.
Reaffirming the Senate’s commitment to supporting water security through legislation, parliamentary oversight and institutional cooperation, Chairman Senate Gilani called for collective national efforts to make Pakistan a water-secure and flood-resilient nation by 2047, marking the centenary of its independence.
Pakistan’s Water, Pakistan’s Right. Water Security Is National Security.