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FM Sitharaman announces 5 lakh Free Tourist Visas, package for tourism sector
New Delhi, June 28, 2021: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Monday announced that first five lakh tourists Visas will be given free of cost once of the government resumes issuance.
She said that the tourist Visa scheme will be applicable till March 22, 2021.
The minister further announced financial support to more than 11,000 registered tourist guides/travel and tourism stakeholders. It is to be mentioned any individual can take benefit of Visa scheme only once.
“Working capital/personal loans will be provided with a 100% guarantee to people in tourism sector. No processing charges, waiver of prepayment charges,” she further announced.
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