Indian Army participates in PLA foundation day

A special border personnel meeting between India and China was held at Nathu La in Sikkim to celebrate the 91st anniversary of the foundation of China's People's Liberation Army (PLA).

On invitation from the PLA, a delegation of 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 comprising several events to celebrate the occasion. As a gesture of goodwill, the Indian Army also reciprocated with traditional cultural events to mark the occasion.

Celebrations took place in a very festive environment and provided an opportunity to both Indian and Chinese troops to display their rich culture.

Such interactions between both armies have resulted in promoting mutual understanding and contributed towards achieving common goals of peace and tranquility along the borders.