ISLAMABAD, October 24: Pakistan and India signed the Kartarpur Corridor agreement at zero line, Pakistan-India Narowal border on Thursday.
“The corridor will be open from dawn to dusk. Pilgrims travelling in the morning will have to return on the same day,” Dr Faisal said while addressing the media after the signing of the agreement.
“There will be a $20 per visitor per visit, as service charges. The corridor will be operational throughout the year,” Dr Faisal said, adding that the prime minister will inaugurate the corridor on November 9.
He added, India will send the list of pilgrims to Pakistan 10 days ahead of travel date, while pilgrims will be informed four days before the travel date.
The foreign office spokesperson added the signing of the agreement, despite many challenges indicates the resolve of Prime Minister Imran Khan to fulfill his commitment in line with the Islamic principles for respect of all religions and government’s policy to promote interfaith harmony.
According to details of the agreement, Indian pilgrims of all faiths and persons of Indian origin can use the corridor. Photo: Radio Pakistan
“It was difficult and tough negotiations with India given the history tense relations with the country,” Dr Faisal said.
Responding to a question, the spokesperson said Sikh pilgrims from other countries including Canada and European will also be facilitated to visit their sacred places in Pakistan.
He added elaborate security arrangements have also been put in place for the Yatrees.
According to details of the agreement between Islamabad and New Delhi, Indian pilgrims of all faiths and persons of Indian origin can use the corridor.-Agencies
