Indo-China border personnel meeting held at Nathula

Darjeeling: A special border personnel meeting between India and China was held at Nathula in Sikkim on Thursday, to commemorate the 92nd anniversary of the foundation of the People's Liberation Army (PLA).

On invitation from the PLA, a delegation of the Indian Army comprising officers and soldiers took part in the celebration. The PLA troops interacted with the visiting Indian delegation and presented a cultural programme.

As a gesture of goodwill, the Indian side also reciprocated with traditional cultural events to mark the occasion.

Delegations from both sides also met at Kongra La in North Sikkim. The ceremonial meeting was headed by Brigadier-ranked officials from both sides.

The celebrations provided an opportunity to both sides to display their rich culture.

"Such interactions go a long way in ensuring better understanding between both armies and have contributed towards achieving common goals of peace and tranquility along the borders," stated an Army release.