World · 12 Nov
115 foreign delegates, including Norwegian journalist Helle Lyng, face visa issues ahead of Congress' Bharat Summit
AI summaryNorwegian journalist Helle Lyng alleged that her Indian visa was cancelled at the last minute, preventing her from attending the Congress party’s Bharat Summit in Hyderabad. The Editors Guild of India expressed deep concern over the cancellation, while the Ministry of External Affairs stated that organizers had complied with requirements and blamed the Ministry of Home Affairs for the issue. Sibi George, MEA Secretary (West), rejected allegations of declining press freedom, criticizing those who rely on reports from NGOs.
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