♤ The treaty has survived India-Pakistan wars of 1965, 1971 and the 1999 Kargil standoff besides Kashmir insurgency since 1990 and is considered as the most successful water treaty in world. Upholding the treaty even under adverse circumstances has added to the international image and India prides itself in being a responsible country

♤ Short of abrogation, the Treaty may be modified under the existing provisions of article 12.