Embassy of Afghanistan, New Delhi

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Embassy of the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan, New Delhi
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Embassy of Afghanistan, New Delhi
Address5/50-F, Shantipath,
Chanakyapuri, New Delhi, Delhi 110021
Coordinates 28°35′30″N77°11′11″E / 28.59167°N 77.18639°E / 28.59167; 77.18639
JurisdictionFlag of Bhutan.svg  Bhutan
Flag of India.svg  India
Flag of Nepal.svg    Nepal

The Embassy of the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan [1] in New Delhi is the diplomatic mission of the Afghanistan to India. The chancery is located at 5/50-F Shantipath in Chanakyapuri of New Delhi. In addition to the embassy, Afghanistan also has a consulate general in Mumbai and Hyderabad. [2] [3] [4]

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Farid Mamundzay, who was appointed as the Ambassador of Afghanistan in India by the Ashraf Ghani government, however announced on September 30, 2023 closure of the Afghan Embassy in New Delhi. In November 2023, remaining two consul generals were given control of the embassy and consulates in India, and had resumed the operations. Currently Syed Muhammad Ibrahimkhel is the Charge D'Affaires of the embassy [1]

Ambassadors

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Attaullah Nasser Zia

Kingdom of Afghanistan (1926–1973)

Republic of Afghanistan (1973–1978)

Democratic Republic of Afghanistan (1978–1992)

Islamic State of Afghanistan (1992–2002)

Islamic Republic of Afghanistan (2004–2021)

Shutdown of mission

Since 1 October 2023, the Afghan Embassy in New Delhi ceased its operation in India citing "lack of diplomatic support" from host government, failure to "meet expectations....to serve the best interest of Afghanistan" and paucity of resources and personnel. [12] [13]

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  10. Envoys of Seven Nations Present Credentials to President of India
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  12. "Afghan Embassy shuts operations in Delhi, cites 'lack of diplomatic support'". The Indian Express. 2 October 2023. Retrieved 4 October 2023.
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