(a) whether the Government propose to initiate steps for the establishment of consulates of foreign missions in Kerala; and
(b) if so, the details thereof?
(a) whether the Government propose to initiate steps for the establishment of consulates of foreign missions in Kerala; and
(b) if so, the details thereof?
THE MINISTER OF EXTERNAL AFFAIRS (SHRI JASWANT SINGH)
(a) Sir, as per established diplomatic practice, proposal to set up a Consulate in any part of India has to be mooted by the concerned foreign government to the Government of India.
(b) Does not arise.