In response to a question from media about ceasefire announced by President Ghani of Afghanistan, MEA spokesperson said :
"We welcome the decision of President Ghani to announce ceasefire and its extension. We hope this gesture would be reciprocated by armed groups and their supporters with complete cessation of terrorist violence. We support all efforts that can bring relief
to the long suffering of the friendly people of Afghanistan; pave the way for a truely Afghan led, Afghan owned and Afghan controlled peace and reconciliation process in an atmosphere free from terror and violence; and help build a peaceful, secure, inclusive,
prosperous, united and pluralistic Afghan nation."
New Delhi
June 17, 2018