The US Embassy says that in 2024 more than one million visa will be processed across India, Super Saturday will be announced to meet the demand – CNBC TV18

As the demand for travel between the United States and India is increasing, consulates have discovered ways to ensure that they do not lag behind. Several initiatives have been taken to address the increasing number of Indian visa applicants waiting for the US visit. ‘Super Saturdays’ is an initiative that aims to reduce visa waiting time.

“Consulates in Mumbai, Kolkata and Hyderabad will open consular operations on this Saturday, December 7 to adjust applicants requiring visa interviews … All participating posts will conduct the most visa interview on super Saturday Will use maximum resources for. ” The US mission in India said in a statement on 6 December.

For the first time, the process of conducting a special Saturday interview started earlier this year to reduce visa time for applicants.

Meanwhile, for those who already have American visas, the state department has made it possible for the distance processing of interview relaxation cases. According to the statement, along with this, the number of consular officers permanently appointed in the embassy will also be increased.

At the US Embassy in New Delhi, Consul General Mark McGawn said that relations between India and the US are strong and hence the demand for visa is also strong. The Consul General said that he is ready to work on overtime and Saturday for such an impact.

He said that one million visas have already been processed across India. The US mission in India has given priority to a valid journey and has decided on thousands of visas, including record numbers of students and employment visas. In all other visa categories, the waiting time for interview in India is the level or less before the epidemic.