India has resumed the daily flag-lowering ceremony at three key border points with Pakistan, nearly two weeks after it was suddenly halted without an official explanation.
Officials confirmed that the Border Security Force (BSF) reinstated the traditional military display on May 20 at the Attari, Hussainiwala, and Sadki crossings. The ceremonies, conducted every evening at sunset, involve synchronized drills and the lowering of national flags by soldiers from both countries.
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A Pakistani security source told Dawn that while the ceremony has resumed, the public is still not being allowed to attend the event at the gates, which remain closed during the parade.
The BSF had suspended the ritual on May 7, reportedly citing internal security concerns, although Indian authorities did not release any formal statement at the time. The reasons behind both the suspension and the resumption remain unclear.
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The Attari-Wagah flag ceremony, in particular, has long stood as a powerful symbol of the complex but managed relationship between India and Pakistan. Known for its dramatic choreography and patriotic fervour, the ceremony draws large crowds on both sides and serves as a daily reminder of the countries’ shared history and ongoing tensions.
While the public aspect of the event remains restricted, the return of the ceremony itself signals a return to routine along the tightly controlled border, even as diplomatic ties remain strained.
