The Union Home Ministry has reimposed the Protected Area Regime (PAR) in Manipur, Nagaland, and Mizoram to monitor the movement of foreigners.
The Foreigners visiting the three northeastern States would have to seek prior permission and special permits from the government.
They are also required to obtain the necessary Protected Area Permits (PAP) in accordance with the Foreigners (Protected Areas) Order, 1958
The relaxation has been withdrawn after a gap of 14 years.
The PAR was initially relaxed for a year in 2010 in the three States bordering Myanmar and subsequently the duration of the order was extended for five years.
The latest PAR order was issued on December 16, 2022 and was valid till December 2027.