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25 Apr, 2024
Avani Dias, South Asia Correspondent of Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC)?s contention that she was not allowed to cover elections and was compelled to leave the country is not correct, misleading and mischievous, sources told ET.
Dias was found to have violated visa rules while undertaking her professional pursuits. Inspite of this, on her request, she was assured that her visa would be extended for the coverage of the general elections, sources informed. Her previous visa was valid till 20th April 2024.
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