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Описание: India Boosts Kashmir Hydropower Capacity Amid Rising Tensions with Pakistan

India has launched efforts to expand reservoir capacity at two major hydroelectric projects in Kashmir, marking a significant departure from the long-standing Indus Waters Treaty with Pakistan. Sources familiar with the development told Reuters that this move follows renewed hostilities between the two neighbors, prompting India to suspend the water-sharing agreement.


The Salal and Baglihar projects, located along the Chenab River, are undergoing a “reservoir flushing” operation to clear sediment buildup for the first time since their completion in 1987 and 2009, respectively. Conducted by NHPC Ltd, India’s largest state-run hydropower company, and local authorities in Jammu and Kashmir, the three-day process began on May 1. It involves temporarily releasing large amounts of sediment-laden water downstream before refilling the reservoirs—a move that may not immediately impact Pakistan’s water supply but could set a precedent.

The decision comes after India accused Pakistan of being linked to an attack in Kashmir last month that killed 26 people. In response, Islamabad denied involvement and warned that any attempt to block or divert water from Pakistan would be seen as an act of war....

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