March 17, 2016
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Indian envoy summoned over denial of visa to diplomats
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan on Wednesday lodged a strong protest against the Indian government’s decision to not allow Pakistani diplomats in New Delhi to travel to Kolkata to watch World T20 match between Pakistan and India, which is scheduled on March 19.
Foreign Office sources said Indian Deputy High Commissioner JP Singh was summoned in protest. Pakistan’s five diplomats and their family members were not allowed to travel to Kolkata for the cricket match. Acting Director General at the South Asia desk told Singh that the Indian government’s action was against the Vienna Conventions and diplomatic norms. A total of 17 applications of Pakistani High Commission officials and their families were submitted.
Courtesy www.dailytimes.com.pk