India Blasts Pakistan’s Disinformation on Indus Treaty at UN

India stated that Pakistan had violated the spirit of the Indus Waters Treaty by not only waging wars but also by consistently supporting terrorism. According to India, the treaty had been signed in 1960 to promote cooperation and goodwill which has been undermined by Pakistan’s actions, including three wars and numerous terror attacks that have targeted Indian civilians and threatened regional peace and stability.

India forcefully rejected Pakistan’s claims on the Indus Waters Treaty at a UN meeting. Parvathaneni Harish, India’s Permanent Representative to the UN, made the statement on Friday. He spoke during a Security Council session on protecting water in conflict zones, hosted by Slovenia.

“We are constrained to respond to the disinformation being carried out by the delegation of Pakistan with regard to the Indus Waters Treaty. India has always acted in a responsible manner as an upper riparian state,” Harish said.

India Signed the Treaty in Good Faith

India entered the Indus Waters Treaty in 1960 with trust. Harish recalled that the Preamble describes the agreement as one of “good will and friendship.” However, Pakistan failed to honour that spirit. “Pakistan has violated the spirit of the treaty by inflicting three wars and thousands of terror attacks on India,” he said.

Terrorism Pushed India to Suspend Treaty

On April 22, terrorists killed 26 civilians in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir. Soon after, India decided to suspend the treaty. Harish confirmed this move at the UN. He explained that the suspension will remain until Pakistan completely stops cross-border terrorism.
Harish added, “Pakistan’s state-sponsored cross-border terrorism in India seeks to hold hostage the lives of civilians, religious harmony and economic prosperity.”

India Tried Dialogue, Pakistan Refused

Over the past two years, India asked Pakistan to discuss treaty changes. However, Pakistan refused to cooperate. Harish pointed out the consequences. “Pakistan’s obstructionist approach continues to prevent the exercise of full utilisation of legitimate rights by India,” he said.

India Cites Need for Modern Updates

Harish also explained how global conditions have changed. India now faces higher energy needs, climate issues, and population growth.
Also, old infrastructure needs repairs and upgrades. “Technology for dam infrastructure has transformed to ensure the safety and efficiency of operations and water use. Some of the old dams are facing serious safety concerns,” he said.

Despite this, Pakistan blocks all changes. In 2012, terrorists even attacked the Tulbul Navigation Project in Jammu and Kashmir. “These cynical acts continue to endanger the safety of our projects and the lives of civilians,” Harish said.

India Puts Treaty on Hold Until Terror Ends

India finally decided to pause the treaty. Harish explained the reason behind this decision. “It is against this backdrop that India has finally announced that the treaty will be in abeyance until Pakistan, which is a global epicentre of terror, credibly and irrevocably ends its support for cross-border terrorism,” he said. He stressed that Pakistan, not India, is violating the treaty.

Harish Calls Out Pakistan’s Hypocrisy

Earlier that day, Harish also addressed a UN debate on civilian safety during conflicts. He condemned Pakistan’s actions and statements. He said Pakistan has a long record of sponsoring terror attacks across the border. “This has ranged from the horrific 26/11 attack on the city of Mumbai to the barbaric mass murder of innocent tourists in Pahalgam in April 2025,” he said.

Harish noted that most victims were civilians. He said Pakistan aims to destroy India’s peace and progress. “For such a nation to even participate in a discussion on the protection of civilians is an affront to the international community,” he added.

India Responds with Precision Strikes

After the Pahalgam attack, India launched ‘Operation Sindoor.’ On May 7, Indian forces carried out precise strikes on terror camps in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir. Pakistan responded by targeting Indian military bases on May 8, 9, and 10. India immediately fought back. Then, on May 10, military commanders from both sides agreed to end the fighting.

Pakistan Uses Civilians as Cover

Before closing, Harish accused Pakistan of a dangerous tactic. He said Pakistan hides behind civilians to support terrorism. India, he stated, will keep defending its people and exposing such actions on global platforms.