Despite threats, Pakistan goes on with ceremony at Wagah

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Despite threats, Pakistan goes on with ceremony at Wagah

Dawn.com Published November 3, 2014

LAHORE: Not only a day had passed to the carnage that claimed at least 60 lives in a suicide blast at Wagah that Punjab Rangers went on with the routine flag-lowering ceremony at the border between Pakistan and India.

The ceremony came as the Punjab Rangers decided to continue with the flag-lowering ceremony at the border despite Sunday's attack that left a pall of gloom across the country.

The decision came at a time when rumours were floating in political and media circles that the ceremony had been postponed for at least a period of three days and according to some until the situation normalised.

With chants of ‘Pakistan Zindabad’ and ‘Allahu Akbar’ in the background, people came to attend the ceremony in large numbers, leaving a clear and sound message to the attackers that the country was standing tall and brave and could by no means be weakened.

People cheered Punjab Rangers personnel during the ceremony and kept on with slogans of ‘Jeevay Jeevay Pakistan' (long live Pakistan).

Corps Commander Lahore Lieutenant General Naveed Zaman said, "No one can take away passion and bravery possessed by Pakistanis."

Pakistan army also extended its praise to the Punjab Rangers for holding the flag lowering ceremony despite looming threats.

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Junaid

Nov 03, 2014 07:32pm

what is one thing common among all the terror groups regardless of their affiliation. They need money to finance, access to arms and ammunition and above all, people (recruitment) to carry out their plans. Cut the source and these organizations will go away. Simple as that. Educate the masses both religious and school. Give them jobs. Create a system in such a way that the people stay busy and give them a reason to live. Empty mind is a devil's work shop. when they have time on their hand, and poverty in their homes, they more than likely to join these evil organizations. THINK ABOUT IT!!!!!!

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Haroon Al-Rashid

Nov 03, 2014 07:37pm

India at least should suspend this silly ritual.

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nujjer

Nov 03, 2014 07:39pm

Good job Pakistanis to not succumb to terrorist/jihadi threats!

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Nov 03, 2014 07:40pm

Great to see the positive Pakistani spirit.

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Hani

Nov 03, 2014 07:43pm

This is really stupid. The ceremony at the border has no patriotic, nationalist or other meaning we should take pride on or give so much importance too. We lost many 60 pakistani nationals at that meaningless ceremony yesterday and instead of deploying rangers to hunt for the criminals, we have deployed all the rangers at the border to secure the ceremony. Mr. Asim Bajwa needs to understand that restarting the ceremony the very next day (even with Allah hu Akbar and Pakistan Zindabad chants) does not translate into us showing national resolve or standing united against terrorism. This is just insanity.

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Deep

Nov 03, 2014 07:45pm

keep on doing show-off and never accept reality. Suspension was mark of respect for innocent victims and not a surrender to perpetrators.

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Vande Matram

Nov 03, 2014 07:47pm

Its good thing to keep the spirit up of the nation however......... can not understand Pakistani mood as they requested for..... not to held this ceremony earlier....... and on the last moment....... informed Indian side to go ahead with ceremony............ Strange......

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Ammy

Nov 03, 2014 07:53pm

Isn't it a double speak? India postponed this for 3 days on request of Pakistan.India did not allow spectators from its side, as a condolence to people died in blast, but Pakistan allowed and went ahead with it, after requesting India to postpone !

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rizwan

Nov 03, 2014 07:55pm

that's the real Pakistani spirit, we are a resilient nation, DOWN BUT NEVER OUT!! A clear message to the enemies of our great land!! PAKISTAN ZINDABAD!!

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Gaurav Arya

Nov 03, 2014 08:00pm

Well done, Sher dil. That's the spirit.

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Shaquille

Nov 03, 2014 08:02pm

Noticed the deserted Indian side of the border... Don't think any other nation in the whole world has the as much courage and stamina as Pakistanis, just 3-4 years of stability is what needed and Pakistan would be on the track again Insha'Allah. Pakistan is such a big market and full of talent that with all the shortcomings there is potential to become one of the top emerging economies again. I hope IK understands this and waits for his turn.

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Ammy

Nov 03, 2014 08:06pm

Pakistan's army also allowed tourists on its side of the border to attend and cheer the parade. India's soldiers lowered the flag without the usual pomp and ceremony, just 28 kms from the city of Amritsar. Upon Pakistan's request, India had suspended the daily military ritual at Wagah, the main land border crossing between the two countries, but this evening, Pakistani troops held the colourful parade that accompanies the lowering of the national flag at sunset. I believe this shows, India's large heartedness a signal, that we are with you in this grief, and not celebrating from our side , which has happened during first time in history Understand that Pakistan wanted to send a message to terrorists that we are not scum bing to their threat . It should have been much better if both and Pakistanis and Indian General citizen would have given these terrorists a combined message together, not breaking this long tradition.

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qasim

Nov 03, 2014 08:06pm

Monday is a workday in India.

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Dr.Aziz

Nov 03, 2014 08:07pm

great Pakistan with brave Pakistanis.. thumbs up...

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kdp

Nov 03, 2014 08:10pm

Meaningless unnecessary ritual on both sides. Pakistanis should have known that Crowds are attractive target for Taliban

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Realist

Nov 03, 2014 08:15pm

Good sign ! Pakistan Zindabad

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Naveed

Nov 03, 2014 08:16pm

And how can this help Pakistan to eleminate Terrorism from the state?

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Srinath

Nov 03, 2014 08:17pm

A good gesture indeed, I appreciate the decision. It is important to send a strong message to the detractors when one is confronted. Certainly a country is stronger and bigger than a bunch of terrorists, very well done.

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Rahul Singh

Nov 03, 2014 08:24pm

Strongly Condemn what happened in Pak. - INDIAN

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Harmony

Nov 03, 2014 08:27pm

Looks like Indians are more sensitive to this. Their side of the border was deserted.

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AsifMasood

Nov 03, 2014 08:27pm

good job pakistan, you are a brave nation.

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Rahul

Nov 03, 2014 08:46pm

India did not conduct the flag ceremony on Pakistans request to mourn for the victims. I was there at Wagah today. India obliged Pakistan did not.

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Sunil

Nov 03, 2014 08:48pm

@Haroon Al-Rashid It happened on Pakistan side, the killings, so why India should suspend. Pakistan should have suspended as a mark of respect.

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Manoj

Nov 03, 2014 08:52pm

@Haroon Al-Rashid Totally Agree with you , this is stupid and primitive .. no where in the world this happens.. making cartoons out of soldiers !!

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Nov 03, 2014 09:02pm

@Shaquille India suspended the ceremony to respect pakistans request to do so and in respect to those killed. Noting to do with bravery or lack of it, just basic courtesy.

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saqib

Nov 03, 2014 09:04pm

Today the people stand united against the terrorist.

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Nov 03, 2014 09:05pm

@Harmony Indians respected Pakistans request not to hold the ceremony. People went to work even during the Mumbai attacks otherwise. all this is not bravery, Pakistan must be brave in reality and act against terror networks in the country.

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Srinath

Nov 03, 2014 09:08pm

@Shaquille I don't know what you are really willing to convey while saying 'deserted Indian side' , learn facts before you comment.

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Payal

Nov 03, 2014 09:11pm

This is a clear message that despite all differences, in Pakistan's fight against terrorism India and Pakistan are heading towards being united. Indian soldiers sharing the grief of the soldiers on the other side and keeping the ceremony low but not cancelling it has a lot to say

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bannkkiimooon

Nov 03, 2014 09:13pm

What happened to 3 day call of this ceremony??? Suddenly started without information. . Indian authority barred audiance to enter as per Pakistans request of call off ceremony for three days. .strange

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Erik

Nov 03, 2014 09:16pm

Courageous and resilient Pakistanis.

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Aditya

Nov 03, 2014 09:18pm

This is such a stupid thing to do every single day. I wish India ends it on its part. Way too childish!!!

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r_raman_78@yahoo.co.in

Nov 03, 2014 09:20pm

Deeply upset by the loss of innocent lives. I think today both the countries should dedicate the flag ceremony in honour or the lost ones. God bless

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m. a

Nov 03, 2014 09:23pm

Sir, the continues ceremony at Wagha border did not show that the Pakistani are tall and brave.

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SKD

Nov 03, 2014 09:24pm

@Harmony Upon Pakistan's request, India had suspended the daily military ritual at Wagah, the main land border crossing between the two countries, but this evening, Pakistani troops held the colourful parade that accompanies the lowering of the national flag at sunset.

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Jay

Nov 03, 2014 09:33pm

@Shaquille it was deserted because Pakistani side had cancelled 3 days of this ritual and then at the last minute decided to go for it.

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Well Said

Nov 03, 2014 09:41pm

Citizens of both countries should boycott this stupid show of animosity at the border. It is high time this fake ritual is stopped.

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USN

Nov 03, 2014 09:43pm

@Shaquille It was Pakistani side who has asked to suspend the ceremony and Indian side co-operated.

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Nov 03, 2014 09:44pm

Great spirit shown by the nation. Apart from that the nation needs to exhibit some sense also. People should be educated to keep an eye on miscreants. They should report suspicious activities. After all these terrorists are hiding among us. Somebody is providing them logistics and support. Everyone should keep their eyes, ears and nose open. Only then we can break their network and defeat them. Mere slogans are not good enough. May Allah keep my country safe, Ameen.

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Nov 03, 2014 09:47pm

Bravery and courage would be better demonstrated if culprits are help and accounted for

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Sarita Talwai

Nov 03, 2014 09:53pm

This ceremony just keeps alive futile jingoistic emotions on both sides of the border. So many positive activities can hold the captive audiences of India and Pakistan enthralled. Musical concerts(even Anthakshri will do), folk dances, drawing competitions for children, blood donation camps, puppet shows.... People want to have a good time and we all want to believe in the goodness of the neighbour. Why spread negativity through senseless stomping and juvenile face making? This ritual just reinforces the false picture of the other. Tourists come with their children. Children with tender, malleable thoughts. We must mould the new generation in new ways. I may be a dreamer but I am not the only one. My condolences to Pakistan.

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Simran Kaur

Nov 03, 2014 09:55pm

Observations - (1) Indian side is almost empty of any viewers and no slogans from Indian side, that means Indians don't care for this circus any more, (2) Pakistani side, just the following day after killing of over 60 persons in a terrorist attack was full of people and shouting vociferously national & religious slogans like "Allahu akbar"...why bring religion into everything...bringing religion like even in this circus? (3) What do both the countries achieve by this daily ritual or circus? If Pakistan is adamant, let it continue carrying out this circus unilaterally on its side and India as a civilized country should unilaterally stop this non-sense on its side and concentrate on positive things like promotion of culture/arts/sports/development/humanities/social issues/science & technology, etc.

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Sindhi

Nov 03, 2014 09:57pm

We are Pakistanis, Mind it! no one can seperate us. We are sad for the killing of innocent people but it is Misunderstanding of our enemy that by such acts he could down us.

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RANA YASHPAL SINGH

Nov 03, 2014 10:05pm

well done keep it up

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Farah Aslam

Nov 03, 2014 10:06pm

Pakistan Zindaabad

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Arvind

Nov 03, 2014 10:09pm

This is a mindless ceremony of obscene gestures on both sides. Will killing of over 200 people in Pakistan with no casualties in India, it seems like an awful waste of life, time and energy.

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Farah Aslam

Nov 03, 2014 10:10pm

salam to Pakistan, the dearest, and brave Pakistanis.

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RANA YASHPAL SINGH

Nov 03, 2014 10:12pm

what a great job done by these two brother one side BSF and another side PAK ranger,,,,,i dont konw why we separated ,,,,if these two get into one what would be the power in front of world...... jive maa de ladle.

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Sid

Nov 03, 2014 10:17pm

Good show of deterrence against the threat. Terrorists should know that they cannot change the way of our living. Good going, God bless.

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ARY

Nov 03, 2014 10:22pm

India did well but cutting down on the rhetoric, as a mark of respect to the innocent victims of the terror attack. Instead of this display Pakistan should focus on punishing these terrorists.

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Arisha G

Nov 03, 2014 10:24pm

That is the best response to the perpetrators and whoever backs them up!!! May God be with you all and your families as you put so much on the line of yourself for the protection and service of the rest of country.

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Deep

Nov 03, 2014 10:36pm

Insensitive and foolish. Symbolism is driving Pakistan nuts.

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Muhammad Riyaz

Nov 03, 2014 10:38pm

When a disaster hit in any form to the soverignty of Pakistan, all Pakistanis become ONE to counter that disaster. Pakistanis are the people who can take the risk and challenges and these small terrorist acts can not do any thing else but to revive the spirit of Pakistani citizens for safeguarding the country - Inshallah.

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Saba

Nov 03, 2014 10:39pm

Just can't understand all the fuss about deserted Indian side & stuff like lack of bravery etc etc. Can't we just focus on the spirit of our people and Rangers. It was a great gesture to show our Jawaans that how much we love and support them and how important their lives are for us. My dear Pakistani soldiers always remember that your people love and respect you a lot. Our happiness and griefs lie with your joys and sorrows. You are the sons of our motherland and also her protects. Stay blessed always.. Ameen.

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Agnos

Nov 03, 2014 10:43pm

This ceremony should be scrapped or at least be held in a less boisterous manner.

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Sonny Afridi

Nov 03, 2014 10:49pm

The terrorists/proxies will never shake our resolve. We are too much a proud nation and people.

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Patriotic Indian

Nov 03, 2014 10:57pm

I am proud of Patriotic Pakistanis because we both have a common enemy the "Talibans" and "Islamic State" militants who have not sense of humanity. Patriotic Indians condemn this coward act of militants and our Indian nation pray for the peace of the departed souls. May Allah give courage to their families and their near and dear to overcome this huge loss. Please keep up the ceremony against all odds. I wish huge numbers of Indians come on Indian side to show solidarity with our brothers across border. Patriotic Indian

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siddharth

Nov 03, 2014 11:01pm

Sad day indeed. Ordinary people want to educate their kids, want safe life and not bombings. Time to shed differences between good or bad terrorists, time to be honest and work with India to eliminate terror from your soil and from our soil.

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jitendra

Nov 03, 2014 11:05pm

@Shaquille Does Singing heroic songs and adjective praising work for any nation despite what the ground reality is!? Hope this works for Pakistan.......

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Meherban Cheema

Nov 03, 2014 11:06pm

The flag lowering ceremony is a 17th century military tradition known as beating retreat, Nations across the world hoist national flags in the morning and lowered before evening, Hoisting in the morning is a sign of strength, and lowering is a sign of respect and dignity for the flag and for country it represents. I must congratulate Pakistan Army and Rangers to continue the old tradition, by continuing it, they have given a clear message to Terrorists and THOSE BEHIND THEM that no matter what happens you cannot force us to change our traditions. Most of the Indians are calling it a silly ritual and demanding it should be discontinued, why are they telling us to do it? why cant they ask their government to stop it, after all India is the biggest democracy and it will listen to its citizens.

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Vishnu Swaroop

Nov 03, 2014 11:08pm

My deepest condolences to the bereaved. We all need to fight against all such dastardly acts of terrorism.

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shuaib

Nov 03, 2014 11:17pm

I love you Lahore. I love your spirits. I love your resolve

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GULDAR ALI KHAN WAZIR

Nov 03, 2014 11:21pm

United we stand, divided we fall. We need to forge unity in our ranks and wage war against those who are bent upon harming our dear and hard earned homeland. The gory incident of Wahga is a dastardly act on the part of its perpetrators and it must be condemned. The government especially Pak army's decision not to suspend flag off ceremony will give a clear message to the enemies of Pakistan that Pakistani nation is committed in its resolve to counter and eliminate terrorism from the region and transform it into a prosperous and ideal terrain.

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Kritical

Nov 03, 2014 11:25pm

@Sarita Talwai Well said. People open your eyes. These ceremonies has nothing to do with bravery. Its all theatrics.

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Amit

Nov 03, 2014 11:35pm

To more words Rebellion : it's against your OWN people and never against someone whom you consider a foreigner. You do things against what your own people asked you to do. Militancy : an armed Rebellion and it could also be against foreigners apart from your own people. Now judge and let me know your (Pakistani) opinion on the definition of these words and which ones would they opt for.

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Raoul

Nov 03, 2014 11:55pm

we send condolences to the families of those killed. I am sure they would have hoped the Rangers and other forces could track down the killers and the home grown terrorists who are attacking the citizens of Pakistan. Anyway, if slogans are more effective as condolences for those who died yesterday, bravo Pakistan. I , however, wish to say a silent prayer for the dead, not make a spectacle. Peace for the suffering families is my wish to the Pakistanis who have to face this tragedy of losing family members yesterday.

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omer khan shaheen

Nov 04, 2014 12:03am

Pakistan will prevail!

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Vijay

Nov 04, 2014 12:24am

Hello Pak friends Condolences to the deaths at Wagah. I lived in the USA when the 9/11 attack happened. After the attack all the Airports were closed for more than a week due to security reasons and to save the lives. Does it mean they were not brave enough? What followed afterwards proved different. Pakistan should have suspended this ceremony to show the respect to the innocent lives lost. First we need to recognise that there is value for the life - human or animal. This is a Culture that should be developed and propagated to the masses. All the other problems will get resolved automatically.

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shri

Nov 04, 2014 12:40am

I have no doubt in my mind. The hostile ceremony in which each side shows how angry it is with the other side must stop! This shows we are trapped in this. This has become something like a tourist tamasha. where nationlistic feeling are whipped up by each side. The entire ceremony takes us to the many centuries back where man used to show how brave he was by fighing with animals with bare hands. We all need to move on and this ceremony should stop. I hope if india/Pakistan stops this stupid ceremony unilaterally. Automatically the other side will not have any choice but stop. India should take the lead and stop this stupid ceremony.

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Zahira

Nov 04, 2014 01:12am

@Simran Kaur Very well said ...................i never found a befitting and EYE opening reply to these never learning people who loves Blood from birth.

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Khalistani

Nov 04, 2014 02:55am

@Hani What is the number one goal of a terrorist???? To deter you from living the life that you do today. They have done the right thing by continuing with business as usual. IF they would have shown any change it would have be marked as success for these lunatics.

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Roshan Mujassam

Nov 04, 2014 03:47am

That's the spirit. Bravo. Jhukay ge naheen ye jabeen, lagado seron Kay anbaar Meray watan- sahn-e-amaan main hay ik air fasl-e-gul tayyaar (filbadeh sher hum watno Kay ma'am)

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TAHIR

Nov 04, 2014 04:01am

I wish whole Pakistani nation was as disciplined and patriotic

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Najamuddin

Nov 04, 2014 04:33am

@Payal , It was a highly admirable neighborly gesture of Indian Border Force who to share the bereavement and to express their respect to those Pakistanis who were killed and wounded in the terrorists attack, next day conducted the flag downing ceremony with extreme serenity and simplicity. May God bless in peace the souls of those who lost their lives in the Satanic terrorists attack and those wounded with early recovery. Amen.

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Najamuddin

Nov 04, 2014 04:59am

@Patriotic Indian , dear patriotic Indian like many other millions I fully share your pains and sentiments on the division and separation of the children of same one original Mother Land. But this happened because of the "founded or unfounded fear" that the majority will enslave the minority striping them of their fundamental religious and human rights? Unfortunately it been proved by the majority communities of both the Countries that their extremist and hateful groups do not have the appetite to extend the minority communities equal religious freedom, human rights, equal opportunities and justice. They are the worst enemies and cancers of their community, country and humanity at large.

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Sunil

Nov 04, 2014 05:09am

The Wagha ceremony conducted on both sides is a comical pathetic circus. To show the pseudo aggression the soldiers on both sides are made to walk abnormally with the foot raised above the head and stomp aggressively All this is unnecessary. Is it conducive for peace and harmony on both sides? It is.better to come out with some thing more entertaining.

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DAANISH

Nov 04, 2014 05:30am

what a waste ? Asim Bajwa should do his military job and save the country rather than tweeting. His tweets serve no purpose and off course won't save us from terrorism

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roger_davis

Nov 04, 2014 05:35am

Long live Pakistan.

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Zak

Nov 04, 2014 06:17am

Pakistan such a tough nation, despite the criminalality, it still carries on as normal. A resilient nation, too stoic.

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ikram

Nov 04, 2014 06:22am

@Hani Different countries have different recruitment techniques to motivate the youngsters to join its forces, in the US, the Blue Angels and the Thunder Birds are used to entice the young generation to join the Airforce or Navy. Pakistan army uses the border ceremony to drum up support and the desire to join the forces. Pakistan is a poor country that cannot use airshows to drum up recruitment. To all who think this is stupid, learn to support your country and your soldiers during peace and war.

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Nov 04, 2014 06:23am

We loss over 50 members of our nation and many are seriously injured. It is time for us to mourn. What point we want to make here? Total loss of intelligence, protection of your own people and this parade is celebrating these deaths?

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Nov 04, 2014 06:24am

@Dr.Aziz , really! those who lost there life, sure not belong to you

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KRana

Nov 04, 2014 06:33am

Pakistan first ask India not to do ceremony and suddenly they did it how to believe on u guys

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dipak

Nov 04, 2014 06:46am

while pak. is unable to control terririst attack like this, at least at this time for a few days require to be stopped temporrarily.pak. govt and agencies have no any sympathy towards its people this is prove. this time is to pray for innocent people who were killed by pak. negligence in providing security. and also double standard on policy towards double standard. after all it is pak. to suffer more. in india we are 125 crores but no such horrible activity. because our country is not coloured with extremism.hindu muslim shilkh isai apasme he bhai bhai. this is the slogan of our country. we are happy at least we are india a fully democracy country where all respect other religion.

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umesh g

Nov 04, 2014 07:03am

Most said that it was brave on the part of pakistan to resume this muscle flexing ceremony.Really?"TO KNOW THE RIGHT THING & NOT TO PURSUE IT IS COWARDICE".Violence is glorified in Pakistan.and is accepted when others are hurt. You have to redefine what bravery is.Pakistan should look inwards,probe thoroughly on what led to such acts.You as sovereign nation have every RIGHT to chose your preferred path to peace & prosperity and therefore will not be comfortable in being told what to do.Especially by Indians. The way my neighbor thinks & behaves has great effect on our lives-Hence this comment.

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chacha

Nov 04, 2014 07:17am

This ceremony does not make any sense at all. It is silly and have no value, let’s do it in some dignified fashion. Need to find the root cause of this terrorism, and eliminate it, this is going on for too long now. People cannot live under fear like this. Please spread harmony wherever you can.

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Rohit

Nov 04, 2014 08:14am

@Meherban Cheema 60 or so families of dead and over 150 families of injured have not received any compensation so far and you are talking of telling the world your bravery with this useless militaristic vulgarity ????? I can bet those who lost their family members will rather appreciate India for showing some sensitivity towards their grief. I am proud of India for showing at least some degree of respect for fellow humans and showing concern for lives of their own citizens. There is difference between empathy and surrender. Now onwards do this ceremony twice a day and thump your chest loudly in front of Indians and let us see how great Pakistan becomes.

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Desi

Nov 04, 2014 09:14am

The more clear pattern is emerging, India and Pakistan was very similar in their attitude, behavior and honesty. Not any more, the merchant of death are roaming freely with hoards of self styled analyst roaming and preaching freely of hoisting flag over RED FORT. Not sure when this madness will stop???

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Mehar Azad

Nov 04, 2014 09:55am

@Shaquille India kept the ceremony subdued as a mark of respect for the innocent Pakistani victims, as requested by Pakistani authorities. Many Indian spectators were turned away, and told of the need for mourning. It is morally wrong to interpret the Indian action as 'behesti' and make fun of them.

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Mehar Azad

Nov 04, 2014 10:00am

@Vande Matram India kept the ceremony subdued as a mark of respect for the innocent Pakistani victims, as requested by Pakistani authorities. Many Indian spectators were turned away, and told of the need for mourning. It is morally wrong of anyone to interpret the Indian action as 'behesti' and make fun ('mazaak udana') of them. Indians are just showing respect for the dead.

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Neil

Nov 04, 2014 10:05am

@Hani a rational thought, more of us need to come forward with a rational and progressive approach like this..ceremony at Wagah Border from either side is more of a Jingoism..creates hatred..more of a ritual to let down each other by flashing their feet in air...nothing else..

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Ahmer

Nov 04, 2014 10:20am

The picture shown above is not good and should not be displayed. The Indian soldier's foot is higher than the Ranger and his bearing is straight compared to our Ranger who is bent forward in a rather awkward shape.

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Lalit

Nov 04, 2014 10:30am

the bigger message which has been sent to Indian authorities is that Pakistan is seldom to be believed....first you request for adjournment of proceedings ,and than go ahead at the last moment to make a point.Indian authorities stopped the visitors at a good distance from the ceremony point only to be cheated by Pakistan trying to be look macho at the cost of Indians.

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SKB-535

Nov 04, 2014 11:10am

@Haroon Al-Rashid Why??

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Asif

Nov 04, 2014 04:48pm

For all the people opposed to this ceremony, what is the point of National Day, Labor Day and what not. If you observe these days than you are hypocrite.I suggest you should go to work on these days.

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Asma

Nov 04, 2014 05:25pm

@Naveed With the will of Allah the terrorism will eliminate one day from Pakistan Insha Allah...but here the matter of fact is that try to appreciate what is appreciatable otherwise keep your narrow minded thought out of it..

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Muhammad Riyaz

Nov 04, 2014 08:10pm

It is an act of Indian Terrorism against Pakistan. It is India which supports and incites Pakistani Taliban against Pakistan. At this moment Indian Government officials are trying to shed the Alligator tears as if they have a lot of sympathy for Pakistan, What A Chankya's teachings? I wonder what Indian reaction would be if this action would nave occurred on the Indian side of Wahga. Whole Indian media, Indian Government, BJP, RSS, RAW, Indian FM Shamsa Swaraj, Indian Defense Minister Aron Jathley would be weeping like a scary baby. They would have charged Pakistan without any proof, however if now Pakistan charges India for this cowardly act, then India will definitely ask for proofs, though India never provided any proof of Pakistan Involvement to Pakistan in any terrorist attack in India.

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AYZA

Nov 05, 2014 06:59am

@Ammy Pakistan has been victimized for too long by cowardly terrorists, this ceremony at Wagah is part of our heritage which we are proud of. Pakistanis are not cowards and don't fear barbarians, only fear the Almighty who will protect all those who need protection. The tragedy which took place at Wagah was horrific, and yet if we shut down such ceremonies, the enemy will win. Please understand this! No people are more resilient than brave Pakistanis!

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zak the supreme

Nov 05, 2014 08:51am

after playing nonsensical tricks .LOL

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zak the supreme

Nov 05, 2014 08:51am

@Ammy and that surprises you.

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zak the supreme

Nov 05, 2014 08:56am

@Srinath facts and some people do not mix.

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mayank

Nov 05, 2014 10:24am

@Shaquille FYI .. Pakistani side requested to stop this ceremony for 3 days after the suicide attacks and Indians obliged . However they started it next day without informing their counterparts in India.. India is also going to start this ceremony now

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Nov 05, 2014 12:09pm

@Haroon Al-Rashid Haroon Sahib, the ritual is a bit of a spectacle, but I feel it is caricatured too much. I do agree, all that goose-stepping (which isn't even a part of Indian forces drill - don't know about Pakistan) is reminiscent of German and Russian drills. Totalitarian regimes, both. However, my wish would be that for 3 day (or a week maybe), the Indian and Pakistani troops exchange positions. Indians lower and raise the Pakistani flag, and Pakistanis the Indian flag. Each side steps into the others' territory briefly, and make this less about aggression than respect for the others' sovereignty. This will be a fitting tribute to those killed, and a devastatingly demoralising response to the extremists that perpetrated this atrocity. Maybe then, we might find this spectacle a little less unworthy.

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