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The first group of 2,800 Sikh pilgrims from India has arrived in Pakistan via the Wagah border to celebrate the Baisakhi festival, which commenced on Friday and will continue for several days.
A Pakistani national, Muhammad, was repatriated to Pakistan via the Wagah border after spending 17 years in an Indian jail on charges of spying.
The Attari-Wagah border ceremony has seen a significant drop in visitor numbers, nearly halving after Operation Sindoor. Changes implemented post-operation, including the removal of the customary handshake and restricted gate openings, have altered the visitor experience. While footfall has improved since the ceremony's resumption, it has not yet returned to pre-operation levels.