Following the tragic attack on tourists in Pahalgam, a social media post gained significant traction, sparking concern and speculation. The post is shared by the claimed that China is planning to cut off river flows into India in retaliation for India’s reported suspension of the Indus Waters Treaty with Pakistan. This claim was seen by some as a potential signal of rising regional tensions and Chinese support for Pakistan. However, there’s no credible evidence to support this claim — and China’s official response to the incident was one of sympathy, not hostility.
The post which is shared by an influencer @worldranking_ alleged that China would block its rivers from flowing into India as a form of retaliation. The post quickly went viral, amplifying fears and fueling speculation online.
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— The World R🅰️nking (@worldranking_) April 24, 2025
The truth Behind the claim that China cut river flows to India
When this claim began gaining traction online, the D-Intent Data team launched an investigation to verify its authenticity. We began reviewing news and international media portals. After a comprehensive review, we found no credible news reports or official statements suggesting that China has threatened to block or divert river flows into India. In fact, following the tragic Pahalgam attack in Kashmir, China’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs expressed “sincere condolences” to the victims and made no mention of any water-related actions or hostility toward India.
This isn’t the first time such rumors have circulated. Similar phony tweets and screenshots have previously been circulated to spread issues of politics or incite fear.
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— D-Intent Data (@dintentdata) April 25, 2025
ANALYSIS: Unsubstantiated
FACT: Claims are circulating alleging that China is preparing to block its river flow to India in response of breaking the Indus Water Treaty. In reality, as of now, there are no credible sources and evidence suggests that China is preparing (1/3) pic.twitter.com/Fi7Xo0K3Ol
Intent:
The purpose of the misinformation that some people spread is to try to refute the story of India’s withdrawal of the Indus Waters Treaty by causing panic and uncertainty.
Conclusion:
Claim: China is preparing to block rivers flowing into India as a response to the Indus Waters Treaty being suspended.
Fact: There is no credible information or official statement to support this claim. The narrative appears to be entirely speculative and misleading.
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