Hyderabad, April 25 -- Hyderabad police have launched a verification drive for Pakistani nationals residing in the city under various visas.

The drive began after receiving directives from the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA).

208 Pakistani nationals currently in Hyderabad: Police

As per the official records, there are 208 Pakistani nationals currently in the city. Out of them, 156 are holding long-term visas, 13 are on short-term visas and 39 are visiting for medical or business purposes.

However, no Pakistani nationals with valid SAARC visas are present in the three commissionerates of the city.

SAARC Visa Exemption Scheme

The SAARC Visa Exemption Scheme facilitates travel for select dignitaries including officials, journalists ...