India said that this gesture is an attempt to increase peace and harmony in Jammu and Kashmir.
New Delhi:
Soldiers of Indian and Pakistan armies along the borders in Jammu and Kashmir on Saturday exchanged sweets to mark the new year, a defense spokesman said.
The incident took place on the Line of Control (LoC) in Poonch amid renewed ceasefire between the two countries.
India said that this gesture is an attempt to increase peace and harmony in Jammu and Kashmir.
“In early 2022, to promote mutual trust and peace, the Indian Army exchanged sweets and greetings with the Pakistani Army at the Poonch and Mendhar crossing points,” a defense spokesperson said.
India and Pakistan agreed to a renewed ceasefire along the borders in Jammu and Kashmir in February last year and barring a few breaches, the agreement brought relief to border residents and farmers, who have also resumed farming activities along the Line of Control. Is done. international border.
On Saturday, the Indian Army exchanged sweets with the People’s Liberation Army (PLA) of China in Hot Springs, Demchok, Nathula and Kongara La areas along the Line of Actual Control.
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