India resumes visa centre operation in Dhaka, functioning suspended at two others
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Why in news
The Indian Ministry of External Affairs summoned the Bangladesh envoy after resuming operations at the Indian Visa Application Centre (IVAC) in Dhaka while suspending operations at two others due to security concerns.
Background
The Indian Visa Application Centre (IVAC) in Dhaka resumed operations following a temporary closure. Simultaneously, IVAC centres in Khulna and Rajshahi were closed on Thursday due to security concerns regarding extremist elements.
Facts for Prelims
- PlaceDhaka, Khulna, and Rajshahi are locations of Indian Visa Application Centres (IVAC) in Bangladesh
- BodyThe Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) is the Indian body responsible for summoning the Bangladesh envoy
- FactOperations were suspended at two IVAC centres (Khulna and Rajshahi) while resuming at the Dhaka centre
For Mains
Q. Examine the impact of deteriorating security environments on bilateral diplomatic and consular operations between India and its neighbours.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Security-Diplomacy Nexus: Balancing consular service delivery with the protection of diplomatic personnel against extremist threats
- Bilateral Friction: Impact of security-related closures on visa processing and people-to-people connectivity
Keywords: Diplomatic Immunity · Consular Services · Extremist Elements · Bilateral Relations · Security Cooperation
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