New Delhi, June 21 -- Karnataka Minister Priyank Kharge was granted clearance by the Ministry of External Affairs for his US visit. Taking to 'X', Kharge mentioned that MEA has taken a "U-Turn" and revoked their earlier decision to grant him permission for a US visit.

In his detailed 'X' post, the Karnataka Minister highlighted that he sought permission for his US travel to represent the Karnataka government between June 14 and 27 on May 15 at two major global forums and hold 25 official meetings with top companies, universities and institutions for collaborations and pitch for investments.

He explained that the application for the minister and his delegation was submitted on May 15, which was later rejected on June 4. Kharge added that...