January Ceasefire Violations: India raises the matter with Pakistan

India has strongly raised the matter of ceasefire violation by Pakistan in the month of January.

There were 216 ceasefires violation by Pakistan in the month of January 2019 in which two BSF personnel were injured and one martyred.

2018, on the other hand, saw 2140 ceasefire violation by Pakistan in which 14 BSF personnel were martyred and 53 injured.

Speaking in the Parliament on Tuesday, minister of state in the home Ministry Hansraj Ahir said, “Diplomatically, India has repeatedly emphasised, including at the highest level, the need for Pakistan to uphold the sanctity of the Line of Control (LC) and abide by the ceasefire commitments along the International Border and LC.”

India has been taking the issue of cease-fire violation with Pakistan authorities at the appropriate levels.

The matter is also raised through Directorate Generals of Military Operations (DGMOs) talks via hotline which happen almost every Tuesday.

In May 2018, Indian and Pakistani DGMOs spoke to each other and agreed to fully implement the Ceasefire Understanding of 2003 in letter and spirit and ensure that Ceasefire is not violated by any sides.