How Afghanistan is important for India?

Afghanistan holds a crucial position in India’s network of trade and diplomatic relationships, but the strong ties between these two nations has been threatened by the uprooting of democratic government and the establishment of the Taliban regime in the war-ravaged country. This is a long-standing relationship too.

Is Afghanistan safe for Indian tourists?

Afghanistan is not a safe environment for travel. The security situation is extremely volatile and unpredictable. Attempting any travel, including adventure or recreational in this hazardous security environment, places you and others at grave risk of abduction, injury or death.

How do you spell Afghanistan?

a republic in central Asia, NW of India and E of Iran.

Did Afghanistan came to India?

As such, they are widely recognized as Indians. After the start of the Soviet–Afghan War in 1979, approximately 60,000 Afghans took temporary residency in India, most of them being Hindu and Sikh Afghans. Many of them have subsequently immigrated to countries in Europe, North America and Oceania.

Why is India so worried about the Taliban?

India is worried. As the last U.S. troops withdraw from Afghanistan, there is palpable fear in New Delhi that the return of the Taliban to power might mean the return of Pakistan-funded jihadi groups that have a history of attacking India.

What does the Taliban-India agreement mean for the future of Afghanistan?

In turn, and if this agreement is successfully implemented, sections of the Taliban could be expected to play a larger role in Afghan politics. This is hardly desirable for a country like India. Indian assets in Afghanistan have been targeted by the Haqqani group, a major Taliban faction.

What are the Taliban’s views on Kashmir?

Following the backdrop of the peace talks between the United States and the Taliban in 2019, the Taliban has sought positive relations with India. To this effect, the Taliban have reiterated the Kashmir is an internal matter for India and will not seek to interfere in the matters of other nations.

Will the Taliban play a role in Afghan politics in 2021?

Accordingly, the majority of U.S. troops are expected to withdraw from Afghanistan by the end of 2021. In turn, and if this agreement is successfully implemented, sections of the Taliban could be expected to play a larger role in Afghan politics. This is hardly desirable for a country like India.