Ganga Water Treaty: Awaiting Renewed Talks Between India and Bangladesh
The Ganga Water Treaty between India and Bangladesh is up for renewal, but bilateral negotiations have yet to commence. Inputs for water requirements have been gathered from stakeholders, including West Bengal. Technical discussions continue under the Joint Rivers Commission, with structured data sharing and monitoring.
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The renewal of the Ganga Water Treaty remains uncertain as bilateral negotiations between India and Bangladesh are yet to start, the Indian government revealed in Parliament.
Stakeholders, including West Bengal's government, have provided inputs on the requirements for drinking and industrial water, guiding the formation of India's official stance, according to Minister of State for External Affairs, Kirti Vardhan Singh.
Technical discussions under the Joint Rivers Commission continue, with the recent meeting held in March 2025, facilitating data exchange and joint monitoring on mutual water-related concerns.
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