Question : LOSSES IN INDIAN MISSIONS



(a) whether the Indian Missions in Europe incurred a substantial revenue loss towards visa and consular fees during the past two years;

(b) if so, the details thereof, year-wise; and

(c) the reasons for revenue loss and the action taken against those found guilty in this regard.

Answer given by the minister


THE MINISTER OF STAE FOR EXTERNAL AFFAIRS (SHRI OMAR ABDULLAH)


(a) & (b) As per information available, Indian Missions in Europe have incurred a loss of revenue of Rs.2,09,049 during the last two years;

(c) This loss occurred due to mis-application of some of the instructions of the Ministry which was not intentional, and hence no action against any official has been taken.