Punjab, Sindh Water Sharing Formula In Jeopardy

The water sharing formula agreed by Punjab and Sindh is in jeopardy. Punjab government has submitted three applications to INDUS RIVER SYSTEM AUTHORITY (IRSA) for the release of water in the Chasma Jehlum Link Canal, however even after repeated request no water has been released into the canal.
The political and technical experts from Punjab and Sindh agreed on a formula for the division of water after several rounds of talks held in Karachi and Lahore. According to the formula both parties agreed that water would be divided on first come fist serve basis, while the other province would sacrifice its share of the water.
Punjab closed down the Link Canal during the last week of February in accordance with the agreement keeping in view the water requirements of Sindh, however now due to the opposition of Sindh, IRSA is not releasing the water in the canal.