MEA denies permission to Kerala babus for UAE visit
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Thiruvananthapuram:11.11.2021
The Centre has denied political clearance for Kerala principal secretary (industries) K ellangovan and the department’s director S Harikishore to travel to the UAE for supervision of Kerala’s preparations to set up a pavilion at the Dubai World Expo.
The state had sought clearance from the ministry of external affairs for the officials to visit the expo venue from November 10 to 12 to supervise the state’s preparations. The ministry informed the state that the officials could visit the venue in the first week of December, if required.
Industries minister P Rajeeve protested against the Centre’s decision to deny travel clearance for an event in which Kerala wants to put its best foot forward.
The Kerala pavilion at Dubai World Expo will be open from December 24 to January 6, showcasing its industrial and tourism potential. The expo began on October 1 and will continue till March 31 next year, giving every participating country a chance to portray its best attributes. India's pavilion is being overseen by the ministry of external affairs and the ministry of industries and commerce.
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