Briefing Points by MEA Official Spokesperson on news reports about President Musharraf’s remarks

New Delhi
October 18, 2005

We have seen news reports about President Musharraf's remarks. 

If these news reports are correct, we welcome the offer that has been made. This is in line with India's advocacy of greater movement across the LOC for relief work and closer people-to-people contacts. 

India is willing to facilitate such movements but we await word from Pakistan about the practical details of implementing this intention.