‘Will chacha have to leave?’ Pak Hindus in Rajasthan brace for another goodbye
- Himanshi Dhawan
- TNNUpdated: Apr 29, 2025, 19:04 IST IST
The Hindus living in the border areas of Rajasthan and in Pakistan’s Sindh region are divided by a map, but their connections go deep. Discrimination, economic hardships and pressure to convert often lead to them making the cross-border trek to India, despite the uncertainty of visas.
Most of them first take short-term tourist visas and report to the Foreigners Regional Registration Office (FRRO). While here, they apply for a Long-Term Visa (LTV) that allows them to settle in the country on a more permanent basis. While some people get a visa for two years, others may get several extensions before they finally get citizenship. This week’s govt diktat has been a big blow for those who have just arrived in the country, and have not even had a chance to apply for a LTV.
Most of them first take short-term tourist visas and report to the Foreigners Regional Registration Office (FRRO). While here, they apply for a Long-Term Visa (LTV) that allows them to settle in the country on a more permanent basis. While some people get a visa for two years, others may get several extensions before they finally get citizenship. This week’s govt diktat has been a big blow for those who have just arrived in the country, and have not even had a chance to apply for a LTV.
