Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah on Thursday strongly condemned what he termed India’s “aggressive propaganda” over the Pahalgam incident, asserting that Pakistan would respond with unity and determination.
Addressing a press conference in Karachi, the chief minister said the nation stood firmly behind its armed forces and would not allow misinformation to challenge Pakistan’s sovereignty.
“We will expose the false narrative being pushed by the Indian government. The enemy must know that we are capable of countering every lie with truth and unity,” Shah said.
Commenting on India’s recent suggestions about reviewing or cancelling the Indus Waters Treaty, Shah warned that such remarks were “highly dangerous” and reiterated that Pakistan would never compromise on its sovereignty or its legitimate water rights.
He also addressed concerns surrounding a proposed canal project on the Indus River, clarifying that there was never any consensus on such an initiative. “From day one, I was certain these canals would never materialise. As long as the Pakistan Peoples Party governs Sindh, no one can rob the province of its share of water,” he asserted.
Shah highlighted that in June 2024, the Sindh government had formally challenged the certification issued by the Indus River System Authority (IRSA) and referred the matter to the Council of Common Interests (CCI) for resolution.
Responding to a query about a meeting scheduled by the president on July 8 or any related statements from the presidency, the chief minister maintained that Sindh’s position on the proposed canals remained unchanged.
He also reaffirmed the PPP’s longstanding opposition to controversial water infrastructure projects, including the Kalabagh Dam. “Any scheme that undermines Sindh’s interests will never be supported by the party,” he said.
Despite the differences, Shah noted that the province maintained open channels of communication with the federal government. He added that Sindh would present a strong and well-documented case during the upcoming CCI meeting on May 2 to defend its rightful share of water.
