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Hindustan Times
2 days ago
- Politics
- Hindustan Times
AAP MP Kang urges MEA to act on stranded Indians in Spain
AAP MP from Punjab, Malvinder Singh Kang, has written to external affairs minister S Jaishankar, seeking his urgent intervention to resolve the problems being faced by several Indian nationals stranded in Spain due to delays in passport renewal and re-issuance at the Indian Consulate there. These individuals were being deprived of their fundamental right to mobility and reunion with their families, the MP from Anandpur Sahib claimed. (HT) In the letter, Kang said routine matters such as damaged, lost or expired passports had escalated into a 'humanitarian emergency', leaving countless citizens, including many from Punjab, stranded in Spain for more than six months. These individuals, the MP from Anandpur Sahib claimed, were being deprived of their fundamental right to mobility and reunion with their families. 'Some of those affected face grave medical conditions requiring urgent treatment, while others are battling heart-wrenching family emergencies,' Kang wrote. The AAP MP cautioned that the persistent bottlenecks in passport processing not only inflicted unbearable hardships on citizens abroad, but also undermined India's reputation as a 'compassionate' and 'efficient' guardian of its global diaspora. He urged the MEA to direct the Consulate in Spain to overhaul its processes, prioritise pending cases and ensure swift passport services. 'Many face critical medical needs or family tragedies. A viral video captures their anguish. Swift and decisive clearance of all pending cases is essential to end their suffering, uphold their dignity, and reunite them with their families,' Kang said in a post on X. He also assured the ministry of full cooperation in bridging the connections with those impacted, and providing further details as and when needed. The AAP MP expressed confidence that swift action by the government would ease the burden of the affected individuals, reaffirm India's commitment to responsive governance, and safeguard the dignity and well-being of its citizens abroad.
Hindustan Times
2 days ago
- Politics
- Hindustan Times
Punjab: AAP MP Kang urges MEA to act on stranded Indians in Spain
Chandigarh, A Lok Sabha MP from Punjab, Malvinder Singh Kang, has written to External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar, seeking his urgent intervention to resolve the problems being faced by several Indian nationals stranded in Spain due to delays in passport renewal and re-issuance at the Indian Consulate there. Punjab: AAP MP Kang urges MEA to act on stranded Indians in Spain In the letter, Kang said routine matters such as damaged, lost, or expired passports have escalated into a "humanitarian emergency", leaving countless citizens, including many from Punjab, stranded in Spain for more than six months. These individuals, the MP from Sri Anandpur Sahib claimed, are being deprived of their fundamental right to mobility and reunion with their families. "The viral spread of poignant videos showing desperate applicants at the Consulate's doors captures their anguish and highlights the scale of suffering. "Some of those affected face grave medical conditions requiring urgent treatment, while others are battling heart-wrenching family emergencies," Kang wrote. The A MP cautioned that the persistent bottlenecks in passport processing not only inflict unbearable hardships on citizens abroad, but also undermine India's reputation as a "compassionate" and "efficient" guardian of its global diaspora. He urged the MEA to direct the Consulate in Spain to overhaul its processes, prioritise pending cases, and ensure swift passport services. "I strongly request @DrSJaishankar Ji's urgent intervention as thousands of Indians, including many from Punjab, have been stranded in Spain for the last six months due to delays in passport renewal and re-issuance at our Consulate. "Many face critical medical needs or family tragedies. A viral video captures their anguish. Swift and decisive clearance of all pending cases is essential to end their suffering, uphold their dignity, and reunite them with their families," Kang said in a post on X. He also assured the ministry of full cooperation in bridging the connections with those impacted, and providing further details as and when needed. The A MP expressed confidence that swift action by the government would ease the burden of the affected individuals, reaffirm India's commitment to responsive governance, and safeguard the dignity and well-being of its citizens abroad. This article was generated from an automated news agency feed without modifications to text.
News18
2 days ago
- Politics
- News18
Punjab: AAP MP Kang urges MEA to act on stranded Indians in Spain
Chandigarh, Aug 16 (PTI) AAP Lok Sabha MP from Punjab, Malvinder Singh Kang, has written to External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar, seeking his urgent intervention to resolve the problems being faced by several Indian nationals stranded in Spain due to delays in passport renewal and re-issuance at the Indian Consulate there. In the letter, Kang said routine matters such as damaged, lost, or expired passports have escalated into a 'humanitarian emergency", leaving countless citizens, including many from Punjab, stranded in Spain for more than six months. These individuals, the MP from Sri Anandpur Sahib claimed, are being deprived of their fundamental right to mobility and reunion with their families. 'The viral spread of poignant videos showing desperate applicants at the Consulate's doors captures their anguish and highlights the scale of suffering. 'Some of those affected face grave medical conditions requiring urgent treatment, while others are battling heart-wrenching family emergencies," Kang wrote. The AAP MP cautioned that the persistent bottlenecks in passport processing not only inflict unbearable hardships on citizens abroad, but also undermine India's reputation as a 'compassionate" and 'efficient" guardian of its global diaspora. He urged the MEA to direct the Consulate in Spain to overhaul its processes, prioritise pending cases, and ensure swift passport services. 'I strongly request @DrSJaishankar Ji's urgent intervention as thousands of Indians, including many from Punjab, have been stranded in Spain for the last six months due to delays in passport renewal and re-issuance at our Consulate. 'Many face critical medical needs or family tragedies. A viral video captures their anguish. Swift and decisive clearance of all pending cases is essential to end their suffering, uphold their dignity, and reunite them with their families," Kang said in a post on X. He also assured the ministry of full cooperation in bridging the connections with those impacted, and providing further details as and when needed. The AAP MP expressed confidence that swift action by the government would ease the burden of the affected individuals, reaffirm India's commitment to responsive governance, and safeguard the dignity and well-being of its citizens abroad. PTI CHS ARI view comments First Published: August 16, 2025, 20:45 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Time of India
2 days ago
- Politics
- Time of India
AAP MP seeks EAM Jaishankar's help for Indians stranded in Spain
1 2 Chandigarh: Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) MP Malvinder Singh Kang has appealed to Union external affairs minister S Jaishankar to urgently address delays in passport services at the Indian consulate in Spain, which have left several Indian nationals stranded. In a letter to the minister, Kang highlighted a 'humanitarian emergency' where citizens, including many from Punjab, have been unable to receive new or renewed passports for over six months. He emphasised that these delays are preventing individuals from reuniting with their families and accessing necessary medical care. Kang noted that viral videos circulating online capture the 'anguish' of desperate applicants at the consulate, highlighting the severity of the issue. "Some of those affected face grave medical conditions requiring urgent treatment, while others are battling heart-wrenching family emergencies," Kang wrote. The MP urged the ministry of external affairs to direct the consulate to immediately overhaul its processes, prioritise pending cases, and ensure a swift resolution for all affected individuals. Kang also reiterated his plea on his official X account, requesting "swift and decisive clearance of all pending cases" to restore the dignity and well-being of the stranded citizens. Stay updated with the latest local news from your city on Times of India (TOI). Check upcoming bank holidays , public holidays , and current gold rates and silver prices in your area. Get the latest lifestyle updates on Times of India, along with Happy Krishna Janmashtami Wishes ,, messages , and quotes !
Time of India
05-08-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Need direct flights from Chandigarh for economic benefits to Punjab, Haryana, Himachal: AAP MP
1 2 Chandigarh: Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) MP Malvinder Singh Kang on Monday met Union civil aviation minister Ram Mohan Naidu to advocate for the start of direct international flights from Shaheed Bhagat Singh International Airport in Mohali (Chandigarh). During the meeting, Kang submitted a detailed memorandum urging the minister to address the old demand. He requested direct flights from Chandigarh to major global destinations, including the United Kingdom, United States, Canada, and countries in Europe. He also called for a direct domestic flight to Sri Hazur Sahib, Nanded, an important Sikh pilgrimage site in Maharashtra. Kang highlighted the strategic importance of the airport. "This airport, named after martyr Shaheed Bhagat Singh, has all the necessary infrastructure and is strategically located to serve as an international aviation hub for North India," he said. The MP emphasised that improved air connectivity would bring significant economic benefits to Punjab, Haryana, and Himachal Pradesh by attracting international investors and boosting tourism. He also noted that direct flights would greatly benefit the large Punjabi diaspora, strengthening socio-economic and cultural connections. Addressing the growing congestion at Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport, Kang suggested that direct flights from Chandigarh would alleviate pressure and provide a more convenient travel option for the northern region. This move, he argued, aligns with the govt's UDAN scheme and its vision for equitable regional development, while also reducing carbon emissions from road travel to Delhi.
