'Not An Iota Of Truth In This': PM Modi Dismisses Reports Of Restrictions On Foreign Travel

Last Updated:May 15, 2026, 22:30 IST

The PM's post came after some media outlets reported that the Government of India is considering imposing a tax, cess or surcharge on foreign travel.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday dismissed the reports of restrictions on foreign travel.

In a post on X, the Prime Minister said that his government remain committed to improving ‘Ease of Doing Business’ and ‘Ease of Living’ for the people and there is no question of putting such restrictions.

The PM’s post came after some media outlets reported that the Government of India is considering imposing a tax, cess or surcharge on foreign travel.

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