Water diplomacy can redefine the contours of regional cooperation in South Asia. Discuss with special reference to Indus water treaty 1960.

cooperation in the region - India-Bangladesh have achieved a significant success in resolving water dispute over Ganga and Teesta through astute and reciprocal water diplomacy. Through treaties between India and Pakistan have been broken down water diplomacy through Indus Water Treaty 1960 provides a unique avenue for both countries for dialogue. Recently, Pakistan and India are engaged in legal battle degading building of dams on the upper reaches of tributaries at Indus. In such times, water diplomacy and Indus Water treaty provides a alternative route of dialogue to India and Pakistan