India is committed to building ties with Pakistan: Pranab Mukherjee

President Pranab Mukherjee has said, India is committed to building ties with Pakistan in an environment free from terror and violence. Mr Mukherjee said this in his message to his Pakistani counterpart Mamnoon Hussain on the eve of the country's National day today. On behalf of the nation, Mr Mukherjee greeted the people of Pakistan on the occasion.

The President's missive comes amid unease in the Indo-Pak ties following a series of



terror attacks on Army camps and tension along the border due to frequent ceasefire violations.

The last official dialogue between the two countries was held in December 2015 when External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj travelled to Islamabad and the two sides decided to resume comprehensive talks. However, the thaw was short-lived as Pakistan-based Jaish-e-Mohammed terror group attacked the Pathankot Air base in January last year.