India and Bhutan deepen cooperation on trans-boundary rivers and hydropower

Direct fact

From 24 to 27 February 2026, an Indian delegation led by V. L. Kantha Rao visited Bhutan to review trans-boundary river management and hydropower cooperation between the two countries.

Key specifics

• The delegation was led by V. L. Kantha Rao, Secretary, DoWR, RD & GR, Ministry of Jal Shakti.
• The visit took place over 4 days, from 24–27 February 2026.
• Discussions covered hydro-meteorological data sharing and flood forecasting.
• The cooperation also addressed climate resilience in shared river basins and GLOFs.
• The source notes Indo-Bhutan hydropower partnership since 1961 and a 2006 agreement.

Exam lens

International relations MCQ focus: V. L. Kantha Rao, Bhutan, 24–27 February 2026, 1961, 2006 agreement — a TNPSC-style question on India’s neighbourhood water diplomacy.