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- Diplomatic Engagement: Resolving transboundary water issues through dialogue and transparency can prevent conflicts. Confidence-building measures, data sharing, and cooperative projects can help de-escalate tensions, especially with China and Pakistan.
Conclusion: Water as a National Security Issue
India's water crisis underscores an urgent need for integrated management, environmental sustainability, and regional cooperation. As the per capita availability of water plummets and demands escalate, the risk of resource-based conflict becomes more tangible.