New Delhi, April 16 -- In a warm gesture, the Chinese Embassy in India issued over 85,000 visas to Indian citizens between January 1 and April 9, 2025. Beijing has also invited more Indians to visit China and experience its 'open, safe, and friendly environment'.

Chinese Ambassador to India Xu Feihong posted on X, "As of April 9, 2025, the Chinese Embassy and Consulates in India have issued more than 85,000 visas to Indian citizens travelling to China this year. Welcome more Indian friends to visit China, and experience an open, safe, vibrant, sincere and friendly China."

Chinese visas are now available at significantly reduced rates, making travel to China more budget-friendly for Indian tourists.

The single-entry visa is priced at Rs...