There is often tension in the sports field between India and Pakistan over not shaking hands. After the Pahalgam attack, the Indian team avoids shaking hands with Pakistani players. Pakistan made it a big issue. Meanwhile, a photo of Army’s Chinar Corps is being discussed a lot. In this, officers of Indian Army and Pakistan Army are seen joining hands. Other soldiers from both sides are also present in the photo. Let us know what is the whole matter?
On June 12, a Pakistani citizen crossed the Line of Control and came to India. Six days later, the Indian Army sent back the Pakistani citizen. This handshake photo was taken during the return journey.
The Pakistani citizen had accidentally crossed the Line of Control and reached Simri village of Kupwara. After receiving intelligence, the army caught him on June 12. The Pakistani man was identified as Asad Khan. He is a resident of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. After investigation, the army has sent back the Pakistani citizen.
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Actually, when a citizen accidentally crosses the border, then a flag meeting takes place between the military or border security of the two countries. It is said that the person has crossed the border by mistake. Refunds are ensured after investigation and consent. According to military etiquette, shaking hands is common.
The photo shared by the Army’s Chinar Corps is from the time of sending back the Pakistani citizen. The Indian Army officer shook hands with his Pakistani counterpart in a display of military etiquette, but there is a tense atmosphere between the two countries since the Pahalgam attack. This is the reason why this photo is considered rare.
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What did the Indian Army say?
Chinar Corps wrote on Twitter, ‘Asad Khan, a Pakistani citizen of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, has been deported back to Pakistan on 18 June 2026. Asad was caught in Simri village of Kupwara after crossing the Line of Control on June 12. Asad Khan was treated with respect and compassion in India. This reflects the Indian Army’s unwavering commitment to humanitarian values and conduct. Their safe return home underlines the Indian Army’s adherence to the highest standards of ethos, responsibility and military professionalism.’
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