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closing of the gates again. The spectacle of the ceremony attracts many visitors from both sides of the border, as well as international tourists. In 2010, the ceremony was made less hostile by both sides; the ceremony now includes a handshake and a smile. In
October 2010, Major General Yaqub Ali Khan of the Pakistan Rangers decided that the aggressive aspect of the ceremonial theatrics should be toned down. The soldiers of this ceremony are specially appointed and trained for this auspicious ceremony. They also have a beard and moustache policy for which they are paid additionally.
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rather than tourists from other regions in India, Pakistan, and other countries. The method of drill and parade is also quite different compared to the one in the Wagah-Attari border.
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