FRANCE: In a momentous announcement, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has declared that Indian students pursuing a master's degree in France will now benefit from an extended post-study visa lasting five years, a significant increase from the previous two-year work visa.
During his address to the Indian community at LA Seine Musicale in Paris, PM Modi warmly received a rousing welcome from the attendees as he made this important announcement. The revised visa policy aims to create more opportunities for Indian students in France, providing them with greater prospects for academic growth and career development.
PM Modi's visit to France coincides with the country's National Day celebrations, making it an even more significant occasion. The Indian Prime Minister expressed his joy on this special day and conveyed his heartfelt congratulations to the people of France. He also emphasized the enduring bond and unwavering friendship between India and France, symbolized by his participation in the National Day Parade alongside French President Emmanuel Macron.
In addition to the visa announcement, PM Modi highlighted the remarkable progress of India's Unified Payments Interface (UPI). He revealed an agreement that has been reached to enable the use of India's UPI in France, starting at the iconic Eiffel Tower. This development allows Indian tourists to conveniently make payments in Indian Rupees via UPI while visiting this renowned landmark.
Furthermore, the prime minister mentioned the ongoing joint archaeological missions conducted by India and France, which now extend from Chandigarh to Ladakh. These collaborative efforts exemplify the long-standing cooperation between the two nations. PM Modi also emphasized the role of digital infrastructure in strengthening the ties between India and France, underscoring the importance of this aspect.
With this significant update to the post-study visa policy, Indian students in France can look forward to enhanced opportunities, fostering their academic and professional growth while further solidifying the bilateral relations between India and France.
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