Chinese National Day bonhomie between India,m Chinese border troops in Eastern Ladakh

The Indian delegations were led by Brigadier RS Raman in Chushul and by Colonel BS Uppal in DBO. The Chinese delegations were led by Senior Colonel Fan Jun in Chushul and by Colonel Song Zhang Li in DBO.

The ceremonial border personal meeting was marked by saluting the National flag of China by both the delegation members.

"This was followed by the ceremonial address by both delegation leaders which was composed of exchange of greetings, wishes and reflected the mutual desire of maintaining and improving relations at functional level at the border. Thereafter, a culture programme showcasing vibrant Chinese culture and traditional grandeur was organised which was followed by sumptuous lunch," read an Indian government statement.

"This continuing interaction between border troops of both nations has created an environment of mutual trust and bonhomie along the Line of Actual Control. It is evident that both the armies are making all efforts to maintain peace and stability in the border areas and this augurs well for the ensuing border talks," it said.