Sindh Spokesperson Slams India’s Aggression, Stands Firm on Water Rights

Mirpur Mathelo (Tanveer Ahmed Soomro) Sindh Government spokesperson, Diwan Sukhdev Asardas Hemanani, expressed strong condemnation of India’s actions, asserting that India’s growing frustration over Pakistan’s economic progress is driving its aggressive tactics. Speaking at an important press conference at his residence in Ghotki, he emphasized that Pakistan rejects all forms of terrorism, but pointed out that India’s Prime Minister Modi is attempting to shift blame onto Pakistan while hiding his government’s true intentions.

Hemnani stressed that India has no authority to terminate the Indus Water Treaty and warned that any form of aggression would be met with a strong response from Pakistan. He reaffirmed that Pakistan will not allow India to violate its rights under the treaty.

Commenting on the recent visa cancellations by India, he lauded Pakistan’s decision to continue issuing visas for Sikh pilgrims on humanitarian grounds, despite India’s actions. Hemnani stated, “We will not allow India to disrupt the Indus Water Treaty or infringe upon our rights, and the entire political spectrum of Pakistan stands united on this issue.”

On the issue of water resources, he spoke about the government’s stance on the controversial canal project, noting that Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari’s strategic approach had led to the collapse of the canal scheme. Hemnani also warned that if the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) reneges on their agreement, it could lead to the collapse of the federal government. He emphasized that PPP would always stand with the people of Sindh, not the federal government, in matters concerning Sindh’s water rights.

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He pointed out the historical injustices faced by Sindh, including the unfair allocation of water by previous federal governments and criticized the actions of the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) government in approving canals detrimental to Sindh’s interests.

Hemnani reiterated that while the PPP accepted the 1991 Water Accord for the sake of federal unity, concerns remain regarding Sindh’s water share. He emphasized that Sindh, along with the other provinces, forms the backbone of the country and must be treated with fairness and respect.

Responding to questions about protests and sit-ins, Hemnani reaffirmed the PPP’s support for democratic rights but noted the negative impact such protests have on local communities and the economy. He condemned the recent violence in the Malir incident and assured that an investigation would be conducted to bring the facts to light.