Kartarpur corridor check-post finalised as pilgrims await historic movement

The government on Monday said the Ministry of Home Affairs has designated Dera Baba Nanak land check-post in Punjab's Gurdaspur as an authorised immigration point to facilitate pilgrims passing through the proposed Kartarpur corridor in Pakistan.

In an official notification, the MHA said: "In pursuance of sub-rule (b) of 3 of the Passport (Entry into India) Rules, 1950, the government designates Dera Baba Nanak land check-post in Gurdaspur, Punjab, as an authorised immigration checkpoint for entry into/exit from India with valid documents for all classes of passengers." According to the Home Ministry, the check-post is expected to facilitate pilgrims passing through the proposed Kartarpur corridor.

(With inputs from agencies.)