Pakistan releases 20 Indian fishermen

Government has taken the decision as a goodwill gesture amidst tensions between the two countries


​ Our Correspondent January 05, 2020
Government has taken the decision as a goodwill gesture amidst tensions between the two countries. PHOTO: FILE

ISLAMABAD: A batch of 20 Indian fishermen would cross the Wagah border crossing point on Monday.

The government has taken the decision as a goodwill gesture amidst tensions between the two countries.

Earlier, the fishermen boarded a train to the Lahore Cantt from Karachi.

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The fishermen were arrested for fishing illegally in the Pakistani waters during various operations.

The Edhi Foundation made arrangements for their travelling from Karachi Cantonment Station and onwards to the Wagah Border.

The fishermen were brought to the Karachi station in Edhi ambulances amid tight security by Sindh police.

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