Islamabad: The Senate was abuzz with discussions over the Indus Water Treaty on Tuesday, as officials and lawmakers addressed India’s recent unilateral suspension of the agreement. Leader of the Opposition in the Senate, Syed Shibli Faraz, emphasized that the treaty is a settled matter and cannot be amended unilaterally, highlighting the importance of adhering to international law and treaty obligations.

During the session, Faraz accused New Delhi of orchestrating the Pahalgam False Flag Operation, aiming to render the water-sharing agreement contentious. He stressed that Pakistan neither seeks amendments to the treaty nor will it permit India to make unilateral changes, urging a cautious approach given India’s potential to harm Pakistan’s interests.

Senator Syed Ali Zafar reinforced the treaty’s irrevocability, arguing that any disputes should be handled within its existing framework. He cited international law and the UN Charter, asserting Pakistan’s right to protect the treaty, even suggesting the use of force if necessary to dismantle any Indian structures obstructing the rivers allocated to Pakistan.

Minister for Parliamentary Affairs Dr. Tariq Fazal Chaudhry praised Pakistan’s swift response to what he termed as Indian aggression, and called for national unity to maintain this solidarity.

In addition to the treaty discussion, the Senate introduced several bills, including amendments related to the Federal Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education, extradition, citizenship, civil servants, anti-dumping duties, and the Pakistan Navy. These bills have been forwarded to standing committees for review.

The Senate also passed “The Civil Courts (Amendment) Bill, 2025,” before the session concluded with the House being prorogued.