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Indian Army and PLA jointly celebrate 71st Republic Day and Chinese Lunar Year at common borders in Eastern Himalaya

Indian Army and PLA  jointly celebrate 71st Republic Day and Chinese Lunar Year at common borders in Eastern Himalaya

Siliguri, Jan 26 (UNI) A Ceremonial Border Personnel Meetings (BPM) between Indian Army and People's Liberation Army were organised at Natu La, Bum La and Kibithu on Sunday to jointly celebrate the 71st Republic Day and Chinese Lunar Year.
A gift exchange ceremony was also hosted by Indian Army for PLA at Kongra La in north Sikkim.
The BPM mechanism has evolved into an important interface where local issues get discussed and are resolved thereby fostering confidence among the Border Guarding Troops. "This ensures prevalence of peace & tranquility along the LAC," a defence release said.
The events commenced with hoisting of national flags and rendition of the national anthems of both nations which was followed by a ceremonial welcome address by the respective delegation leaders.
The function involved extension of greetings and display of cultural programmes.
The proceedings reflected a mutual desire to maintain an environment of peace and tranquility along the LAC which is a prerequisite for good relations between both the nations.
The delegations of both the countries interacted with each other in an environment of amity and friendship.
During the interaction, the participants reaffirmed their resolve to strengthen friendship and maintain peace and tranquility along the LAC.
The delegations parted amidst feeling of friendship and commitment towards enhancing the existing cordial relations along the LAC.
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