The Protected Area Permit PAP system which prohibits foreign nationals from visiting some North Eastern States without obtaining due permit from the Ministry of Home Affairs has been relaxed for the States of Manipur, Mizoram and Nagaland for a period of two years with effect from January 1, 2014 Source The Sangai Express
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