Jammu: Amid heightened tensions between Pakistan and India, the Indian government opened the gates of the Baglihar dam in Ramban and the Salal dam in Reasi on Sunday. This move led to an increase in the flow of the Chenab River into Pakistan, according to reports from Kashmir Media Service.

The decision to open the dam gates was attributed to the reservoirs reaching their maximum capacity following significant rainfall. The Chenab River, which swelled particularly at Akhnoor where it crosses into Pakistan, has become a focal point amid strained relations between the two countries.

In recent developments, New Delhi had unilaterally suspended the Indus Waters Treaty after an incident in Pahalgam on April 22. The current situation raises questions about whether the water flow to Pakistan will return to levels seen before the suspension of the treaty.

The impact of the ceasefire between India and Pakistan on New Delhi’s stance regarding the Indus Waters Treaty remains uncertain. Observers are keenly watching the developments to understand the implications for the bilateral agreement in the coming days.