Pakistan, May 4 -- Pakistan has sought clarification from India after a significant reduction in water inflow was recorded in the Chenab River, raising concerns over compliance with the Indus Waters Treaty. The move comes amid growing sensitivities over shared water resources between the two countries. Authorities say the situation could have implications for water availability in Pakistan.

According to sources in the Ministry of Water Resources, the drop in water flow was observed at the Marala headworks. Officials said the reduction does not appear to align with the provisions of the Indus Waters Treaty, which governs water sharing between Pakistan and India. The matter has triggered formal diplomatic and technical communication.

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