New Delhi, June 4 -- Bangladesh shares 54 transboundary rivers with India. Since its independence, the two countries have negotiated several agreements on the management of shared water resources. Among these, the Ganges Water Sharing Treaty, signed on 12 December 1996, remains one of the most significant bilateral water-sharing arrangements. While the long-discussed Teesta water-sharing agreement remains unresolved, the Ganges treaty has provided a framework for cooperation between the two neighbours for the past 30 years.

The treaty is now set to expire at the end of this year, making its renewal a matter of considerable importance for both countries.

Why the Treaty Matters

Despite recurring concerns over Bangladesh not receiving its...