India Adds 11 New E-Visa Entry Points, Total Reaches 88 Under Modi
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Why in news
The Government of India notified 11 new entry points for e-visas, bringing the total to 88, to liberalize the visa regime while maintaining security.
Background
The new entry points include the Attari land port and airports in Bhopal and Tirupati. The e-visa facility is available to nationals from 172 countries for medical, tourist, and business purposes, with most applications processed within 72 hours.
Facts for Prelims
- FactTotal e-visa entry points in India reached 88 (37 airports, 38 seaports, and 13 land ports).
- FactE-visa facility is available to nationals from 172 countries.
- FactPakistani passport holders or those of Pakistani origin are ineligible for e-visas and must apply for regular visas.
- FactAttari land port is one of the newly notified entry points for e-visa holders.
For Mains
Q. Discuss how the liberalization of India's visa regime balances the objectives of promoting tourism and ease of doing business with national security concerns.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Economic impact: Tourism and FDI
- Security concerns: Border management and surveillance
- Digital infrastructure: Efficiency of e-visa processing
Keywords: Visa Liberalization · Ease of Doing Business · Internal Security · Digital Governance · Tourism Promotion
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