Islamabad: Pakistan had claimed that the statement of Indian Army chief Gen. Bikram Singh was provocative and regrettable on ceasefire violations.
Pakistan’s Inter-Service Public Relations (ISPR) said that it is contrary to the facts on ground.
Spokesperson of Pakistan military said that the Pakistan Army respects the ceasefire agreement in letter and spirit.
Notify that Gen. Bikram Singh said on Monday any militant who crosses the Line of Control (LoC) in Jammu and Kashmir would be fired at in a clear warning to Pakistan.
He also said in his statement on Monday also said the army needed to continue guarding the troubled northern state “under the present circumstances”.
Gen. Singh said at the annual press conference ahead of Army Day Jan. 15, “We will fire at any militant trying to enter through the LoC.”
His comments came as reports in the Pakistani media blamed India for violating the ceasefire and firing at a civilian near the LoC.
The spokesperson of Pakistan military also said that after the meeting between the Directors General of Military Operations (DGMOs) Dec 24, 2013, the situation along the LoC has improved considerably. Such accusation and provocative statements are regrettable and counter-productive.
Bureau Report
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