Giving sweets to soldiers in Ladakh.Image Credit Source: PTI
The process of disengagement of troops in eastern Ladakh has already been completed. On the occasion of Diwali, both armies will give each other sweets on Thursday. According to information received from the Army, this initiative has arisen after an important agreement between India and China.
The process of disengagement of troops from the two flashpoints between China and India in the Demchok and Depsang plains in eastern Ladakh has been completed and army patrols at these points will begin soon. In a statement issued by the army, it is stated that the exchange of sweets between the two sides of the army will take place on Thursday on the occasion of Diwali.
Army sources say that after the withdrawal of the army, work is now underway on verification. The ground commanders of the two armies have yet to decide on patrolling modalities. Once the negotiation process is completed, talks will begin at the level of local commanders.
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