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JODHPUR: The release of IAF pilot Abhinandan Varthaman by Pakistan had a direct impact on the number of passengers opting for the Thar Express . I wish that the train does not fall victim to the tension between India and Pakistan,” said the relative of a passenger, Abdul Wahab, outside the station. “Both the nations have old relations. “Since this is the only train now to link the two countries, it has a great role in keeping the people from the two sides bound by relations. Many have cross-border relations and all of them want that issues of mutual concern are resolved and there are cordial relations among the people of both the nations,” he said.There were some, who were fearing suspension of the Thar Express after learning about suspension of the Samjhauta Express , but wanted this train to continue being allowed to ply..