In a rare view of Goodwill, Pakistan on Wednesday handed a BSF constable for Indian authorities, while the Indian side reciprocated by returning a Pakistan Rangers official.

The BSF constable, Purnam Kumar, was arrested by Pakistani forces on April 23, 2025, after he accidentally crossed into the Pakistani territory through the Ganda Singh Wala/Ferozepur sector.

On the Indian side of the border, Muhammadullah, a staff of Punjab Rangers, had been taken into custody by BSF officials under similar circumstances.

The exchange followed several flag meetings between the border forces in the two countries and culminated with the successful return of both individuals earlier today.

In a statement released by the Indian Border Safety Force, it was confirmed that Purnam Kumar was returned safely by Pakistan Rangers. Indian officials appreciated gesture and described it as a positive signal in the middle of running tension.

This development comes at a time when diplomatic relations between Pakistan and India remain strained. The two nations have kept their boundaries sealed by limited three -sequences, and engagements between the two sides have been minimal.

The mutual repatriation of border staff is seen as a rare but constructive feature of the current geopolitical context.