India approved the Dulhasti-II hydropower project over Chenab. (News18/File)
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News1802-01-2026, 15:53

India's Dulhasti-II Project on Chenab Sparks Pakistan's Fury, Water Treaty Suspended

  • India approved the Dulhasti-II hydroelectric project on the Chenab River in J&K, costing over Rs 3,200 crore.
  • Pakistan strongly protests the project, accusing India of violating international agreements and "weaponising water."
  • The project is an extension of the existing 390 MW Dulhasti Stage-I, adding two 130 MW units for 260 MW total.
  • India suspended the Indus Waters Treaty after a terror attack, removing prior notification obligations to Pakistan.
  • Pakistan's Foreign Ministry spokesperson and Senator Sherry Rahman voiced serious concerns over regional stability and water rights.

Why It Matters: India's Dulhasti-II project on Chenab, post-Indus Waters Treaty suspension, ignites Pakistan's anger.

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