India Scales Down Retreat Ceremony Amid Rising Tensions After Pahalgam Attack

India Scales Down Retreat Ceremony Amid Rising Tensions After Pahalgam Attack

Attari, April 24 — In response to the recent tragic terrorist attack in Pahalgam, the Indian government has decided to scale down the ceremonial aspects of the daily Retreat Ceremony at key border points in Punjab — Attari, Hussainiwala, and Sadki. This symbolic move underscores India’s growing concern over continued cross-border hostilities.

According to official sources, the following changes have been implemented with immediate effect:

• The symbolic handshake between the Indian Guard Commander and the Pakistani counterpart has been suspended.
• The border gates will remain closed throughout the ceremony.

The decision is being viewed as a diplomatic message reflecting India’s firm stance that peace and provocation cannot go hand in hand. It also signals that while India values tradition and goodwill, national security and respect for the lives lost in terror attacks take precedence.

The Retreat Ceremony, known for its powerful display of military precision and shared heritage, has long served as a symbol of hope for peace between the two nations. However, in light of escalating tensions and the recent attack that claimed innocent lives, this calibrated move is intended to send a clear and measured message.

Officials stated that these modifications are temporary but necessary, pending the restoration of trust and cessation of hostile activities from across the border.

 

𝐑𝐞𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭 𝐂𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐦𝐨𝐧𝐲

In the wake of the recent tragic attack in Pahalgam, a calibrated decision has been taken to scale down the ceremonial display during the Retreat Ceremony at Attari, Hussainiwala and Sadki in Punjab.

The key changes include:
– Suspension of the… pic.twitter.com/KGyyt18mjI

— BSF PUNJAB FRONTIER (@BSF_Punjab) April 24, 2025

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