Pakistan Faces Water Crisis as India Revokes Indus Water Treaty Amidst El Niño Threat

• India's decision to revoke the Indus Water Treaty and stop water flow from rivers allocated to Pakistan raises serious concerns about water security in South Asia.
• The move comes as international weather agencies predict low rainfall and drought-like conditions due to El Niño, exacerbating Pakistan's water woes.
• Approximately 80% of Pakistan's agriculture depends on the Indus River System; disruption could severely affect crop production and lead to a food crisis.
• Pakistan is already among the most water-stressed countries, with decreasing per capita water availability and common drinking water shortages.
• While technically challenging to completely stop river flow, measures like controlling or periodically stopping water could pose a serious challenge for Pakistan.