In an unusual spectacle at the Wagah border, heavy flooding submerged the Pakistani side of the parade ground while the Indian side remained completely dry. Despite the inundation, the iconic daily flag-lowering ceremony went ahead on schedule, drawing large crowds from both nations.
Floods Water On Pakistan Side During Wagah Border Parade, India Side Remains Clear
Lahore: During the daily flag-lowering ceremony, as massive flooding submerged the Pakistani side while the Indian side remained dry and unaffected.
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The Wagah border ceremony, known for its synchronized high-stepping drills and patriotic fervor, took place on Tuesday amid knee-deep water on Pakistan’s side. Security personnel waded through the flooded parade area, saluting and marching with their trademark energy as the crowd cheered from the stands. On the Indian side, however, the ground appeared unaffected, allowing the event to proceed as normal.
Images and videos of the extraordinary scene quickly went viral across social media platforms, showing the striking contrast: floodwaters lapping at the boots of Pakistani Rangers while India’s Border Security Force (BSF) marched on dry land. Many users commented on the resilience of the parade participants, who carried out the ceremony undeterred by the flooding.
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According to local authorities, torrential monsoon rains in Lahore and its surrounding areas caused water to accumulate at the parade ground. Efforts are underway to pump out the water, though officials said it may take time for conditions to fully normalize.
The Wagah border ceremony has been held daily since 1959, symbolizing both rivalry and unity between the two nations. Even in extraordinary weather, the event rarely stops — a tradition that was upheld once again despite the unusual circumstances.
For spectators, the sight was unforgettable. “We never thought we’d see the parade in floodwater,” one visitor remarked. “But the spirit remained the same.”
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