In a first, pandemic takes a toll on Pakistan-India routine exchanges
Pandemic also casts its dark shadow over joint parades at Pakistan-India border openings
A file photo of Punjab Rangers and Indian BSF at the Wagah Border. PHOTO: AFP
LAHORE:
For the first time in decades, the joint parade between Pakistan and India at the border openings has met with a prolonged hiatus due to the pandemic, silencing the echo of slogans that attracted masses from both sides of the border.
Pakistan and India have their fair share of tensions, with frequent flare ups, but even that has never disrupted the joint parade from happening. Unfortunately, this year the joint parade was called off when Pakistan and India closed their borders in March to stem the spread of COVID-19.