Cabinet extends immigration, visa tracking system for another five years
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Why in news
The Union Cabinet approved the extension of the Immigration, Visa, Foreigners Registration & Tracking (IVFRT) Scheme for five years until 2031 to modernize immigration infrastructure and curb illegal migration.
Background
The IVFRT Scheme was first approved in 2010 and has been allocated a budget of ₹1,800 crore for its next five-year phase. It focuses on adopting mobile-based services and self-service kiosks to manage the visa ecosystem.
Facts for Prelims
- FactIVFRT Scheme budget for the 2026-2031 period is ₹1,800 crore
- S&TIVFRT Scheme utilizes mobile-based services and self-service kiosks for visa tracking
- PostAshwini Vaishnaw is the Union Minister overseeing the scheme's implementation
For Mains
Q. Discuss how the integration of emerging technologies in immigration management can enhance national security and streamline the visa ecosystem in India.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Technological leap: Transition from manual tracking to automated self-service kiosks and mobile-based verification
- Security imperative: Addressing the dual challenge of facilitating legitimate travel while curbing illegal migration flows
- Infrastructure scaling: Expanding nationwide tracking capabilities to ensure uniform foreigner management across all ports of entry
Keywords: Immigration Control · National Security · Digital Infrastructure · Foreigner Management · Technological Integration
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