India-Bangladesh Ganga Water Treaty not in Bihar’s interests, says JD(U)’s Sanjay Jha
The two countries are yet to hold the last round of talks on the renewal of the treaty that will expire on December 31, 2026
Janata Dal (United) national working president Sanjay Jha, former Minister for Water Resources of Bihar, has voiced his opposition to renewing the 1996 India-Bangladesh Ganga Water Treaty, arguing that it would be detrimental to Bihar's interests. The treaty, which is set to expire on December 31, 2026, has been a source of political tensions between the two neighboring countries.
Speaking to The Hindu, Jha stated, "Looking at the data over the last 30 years of the treaty being in place, it is clear that Bihar's interests have been negatively impacted." He emphasized, "If you have diplomatic issues to sort out between the two countries, Bihar's interests must also be kept in mind." The Ministry of External Affairs has yet to respond to The Hindu's inquiries about Jha's comments.
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