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What is the jurisdiction of the Consulate General of India in Frankfurt | The states of Hessen, North Rhine-Westphalia, Rhineland-Palatinate, and Saarland |
What are the main functions of the Consulate General of India in Frankfurt | Issuing visas, passports, PIO, OCI cards, and rendering other welfare services, as well as strengthening economic and business ties between India and Germany |
What is the role of the Commercial Wing of the Consulate | Assisting importers and exporters with trade queries, facilitating Indian participation at trade fairs, and organizing seminars and business events |
What is the purpose of the India Business Forum | To bring together the Indian business community, professionals, and entrepreneurs on a common platform |
Why is it important for Indian students in German universities to register with the Consulate | To maintain close interaction with the Consulate and to receive assistance and support |
When did Mr. B. S. Mubarak join the Indian Foreign Service | 2001 |
What was Mr. Mubarak's role in Jeddah from 2014-16 | Consul General of India |
Where did Mr. Mubarak serve as Ambassador of India from December 2018 to December 2021 | Guatemala, El Salvador and Honduras |
What is Mr. Mubarak's educational background | Master's degree in Science from the Centre of Advanced Study in Marine Biology, Tamil Nadu, India |
When did Mr. Mubarak assume the charge of Consul General of India in Frankfurt, Germany | 2nd October, 2023 |
Who is the Consul General in the given list of officers | Shri B. S. Mubarak |
Who is the Consul (PPS) to Consul General's Office | Shri Sathyanarayanan Parakkat |
Who is the Commercial Representative and Consul for Political, Economic, and Commercial affairs | Shri Vinod Kumar |
Who is the Consul for Press, Information, and Culture, and Head of Chancery | Shri Vibha Kant Sharma |
Who is the Vice Consul for Administration and DDO | Shri Vyas Nandan Shukla |
Who is the Vice Consul for Press, Information, and Culture in the Consular and Community Affairs department | Shri Subrata Mondal |
Who is the Consul for Consular and Community Affairs | Shri Sanjay Jaswal |
What is the Electronic Indian Postal Order (ePO) service launched by the Department of Posts | A facility to purchase an Indian Postal Order electronically by paying a fee online through the e-Post Office Portal |
When was the ePO service extended to Indian citizens residing in India | 13th February, 2014 |
Where can one find more details about the RTI Act and access the official website for RTI Information | http://www.epostoffice.gov.in or www.indiapost.gov.in |
What is the main purpose of the Right to Information (RTI) Act 2005 | To promote transparency and accountability in the functioning of public authorities |
Who can request information under the RTI Act | Citizens of India holding Indian passports |
What is the application fee for requesting information under the RTI Act | Rs 10/- only, or equivalent amount in Euros (15 cents at the current rate of exchange) to the Consulate General of India, Frankfurt |
What can be done if the applicant is not satisfied with the information provided by the PIO | He/She can appeal to the Appellate Authority |
Who has been designated as the Public Information Officer (PIO) in the Consulate General of India, Frankfurt | One of the officers in the Consulate General of India, Frankfurt |
Who is the Central Public Information Officer (CPIO) of the Consulate General of India in Frankfurt am Main | Shri VibhaKant Sharma |
What is the contact information of the Appellate Authority under the Right to Information Act 2005 | Mr. B. S. Mubarak, Consul General of India, Tel. (069)15300500, Fax. (069)554125, E-Mail: cg.frankfurt@mea.gov.in |
What are the different wings of the Consulate General of India in Frankfurt am Main | Chancery Wing, Commercial Wing, Press, Culture, and Information Wing, and Consular Wing |
Who heads the different wings of the Consulate General of India in Frankfurt am Main | A Consul rank officer |
What is the email address of the Central Public Information Officer (CPIO) of the Consulate General of India in Frankfurt am Main | hoc.frankfurt@mea.gov.in |
What are the functions of the Consulate General of India in the four states under its jurisdiction | The functions include political and economic cooperation, trade and investment promotion, cultural interaction, press and media liaison, scientific cooperation, community affairs, and providing passport, visa, and consular services |
What are the sources of general administrative powers for the Consulate General of India | The general administrative powers are derived from the Indian Foreign Services (Pay, Leave and Compensatory Allowances) Rules, 1961, as amended from time to time |
What are the financial powers of the Officers of the Consulate General of India | The financial powers are detailed in the Delegated Financial Powers of the Government of India's Representatives Abroad issued by the Ministry of External Affairs |
What is the procedure followed in the decision-making process at the Consulate General of India | The Consulate follows the procedure indicated in the 'Manual of Office Procedure' for decision-making process in accordance with the guidelines issued by the Ministry of External Affairs from time to time |
Who is the final decision-making authority at the Consulate General of India | The Consul General is the final decision-making authority at the Consulate |
What is the time limit for taking decisions in the Consulate | The decisions are taken in keeping with the priority/urgency of the cases so that action is taken within the prescribed time limit |
Who supervises the functioning of the staff in the Consulate | The Heads of Wings supervise the functioning of the staff under their charge, and overall supervision rests with the Consul General |
What are the norms set by the Consulate for discharge of its functions | Norms are set under the instruction and supervision of the Consul General |
What is the process for accessing consular services | Consular services can be accessed by applying online and/or submitting the documents at the Consulate as published on the website |
What is the process for redressal of grievances in the Consulate | Apart from traditional channels, the aggrieved can make use of the MADAD portal, CPGRAMS portal, social media platforms, and personal interactions with concerned officers |
What type of rules and regulations does the Consulate refer to for its operations | The Consulate refers to the general rules prescribed for a Central Government Department as well as specific rules prescribed for the Indian Missions/Posts abroad |
What are some of the specific rules and manuals used by the Consulate | IFS(PLCA)Rules, Financial Powers of Government of India’s Representatives Abroad, Passport Act, Passport, Visa and Consular manuals, and Manual of Office Procedure |
Are the rules and regulations used by the Consulate publicly available | Yes, the rules and regulations are in the public domain as printed, priced publications |
What type of documents are held by the Consulate or under its control | Classified documents/files relating to India's bilateral/external relations, unclassified documents on economic and trade issues, unclassified documents on Consulate’s administration/establishment matters, and more |
Are the meetings of the boards, councils, committees and other bodies of the Consulate open to the public | No information is provided on whether the meetings are open to the public, but it is mentioned that the minutes of such meetings are not explicitly stated as being accessible to the public |
Does the Consulate interact with think tanks and academic communities regularly | Yes |
Is the Consulate part of any Boards, Councils, or committees | No |
Where can I find a directory of the Consulate's officers and employees | Annexure-I |
How are the Consulate's employees compensated | In accordance with the pay and allowances fixed by the Government of India from time to time |
Who is the Central Public Information Officer (CPIO) of the Consulate | Shri Vibha Kant Sharma |
What is the contact information for the Consulate General of India in Frankfurt | Tel. (069)15300500, E-Mail: cg.frankfurt@mea.gov.in |
Have any employees faced disciplinary action | No, NIL |
What programs are in place to advance understanding of RTI | The updated guidelines on RTI are maintained at the Consulate and also published on the website, and the public authority attends training programs conducted by the RTI cell of the Ministry of External Affairs, New Delhi |
What is the transfer policy for officers and officials | Transfer Policy is framed by the Ministry of External Affairs and accordingly transfer orders in respect of officers/officials are issued from time to time |
What is the budget allocated to the Consulate for the year 2023-24 | The budgetary allocation to the Consulate for the year 2023-24 is given at Annexure III, with proposed expenditures of Chancery-Rs. 1,75,000/- (in thousands) and Commerce–Rs. 92,500/- (in thousands) |
How are local tours in Frankfurt undertaken by the Consulate General of India and other concerned officers | Local tours in Frankfurt are undertaken by the Consulate General and other concerned officers from time to time on functional grounds |
How does the Consulate General of India publicize tender notices and inquiries | Tender notices and inquiries are uploaded in the Consulate website under the section 'Tender Notices' for wide publicity |
Does the Consulate General of India have any subsidy programs | No, the Consulate General of India does not have any subsidy program |
Are concessions or permits granted by the Consulate General of India | No concessions or permits are granted by the Consulate General of India |
How does the Consulate General of India formulate and implement its policy | The Consulate General of India functions within the norms of India's foreign policy formulated by the Ministry of External Affairs, and policy is implemented by the Consulate under the guidance and supervision of the Consul General |
How can members of the public access relevant Acts, Rules, Forms, and other documents from the Consulate | Members of the public can access the requirement of documents and the procedure for seeking various services from the Consulate and raise their concerns by mail, phone, Twitter, etc. which can be resolved amicably |
What are the arrangements for consultation with or representation by members of the public in policy formulation/policy implementation | The members of the public have access to the Consulate's website that includes contact details of all officers, and they can also seek a meeting in person with the concerned officers, wherever and whenever required |
How can RTI applicants contact the officer who provides information | RTI applicants can contact Shri Vibha Kant Sharma, Central Public Information Officer (CPIO), Consulate General India, Friedrich-Ebert-Anlage. 26 60325 Frankfurt am Main, Tel. 00496915300517, E-Mail: hoc.frankfurt@mea.gov.in |
Are the details of policies/decisions that affect the public informed to them | Yes, all policy decisions that affect the public are published over various social media platforms such as the Consulate's website, Facebook, Twitter handle, etc |
How is information disseminated to the public | The information is disseminated through the Consulate's website and social media channels |
In what format is the information manual/handbook available at the Consulate's website and social media platforms | Electronic format with links to various sites of Ministries/Departments of the Government of India and printed format where required |
Is the information manual/handbook available free of cost | Yes, the information on the Consulate's website and social media platforms is freely available, and printed booklets are also provided free of cost wherever required |
In what language is the information manual/handbook available | English |
When was the information manual/handbook last updated | The information on the website is updated on a regular basis |
What facilities are available to citizens for obtaining information | The website of Consulate General of India, Frankfurt, notice board at the Consulate, and location of outsourced agency |
What are the working hours of the Consulate facility in Frankfurt, Germany | The working hours of the facility are the office hours of the Consulate, i.e., from 9.00 AM to 5.30 PM |
How can I obtain information under the RTI Act from the Consulate General of India in Frankfurt | The information under RTI Act can be obtained by writing to the CPIO (Shri Vibha Kant Sharma) along with the prescribed fee |
What is the contact information for emergency consular services outside office hours | Emergency number: 0049-162-4918679 |
How does the Consulate address grievances received from the public | Any grievance received by the Consulate is given due attention and efforts are made for redressing them through the conventional system and the MADAD portal |
Where can I find the details of receipts and disposal of RTI applications and appeals during the FY 2023-24 | Details of Receipts and disposal of RTI applications and Appeals during the FY 2023-24 is attached at Annexure IV |
Who has the Consulate outsourced services related to Passport & Visa to | M/s Indo-German Consultancy Services (IGCS), Frankfurt |
Where can the contact details of M/s Indo-German Consultancy Services be found | On the Consulate website on its pop-up notification |
Who is the current Central Public Information Officer (CPIO) of the Consulate | Shri Vibha Kant Sharma |
How does the Consulate provide information to the public on consular services | Through FAQs on the website, press releases, and social media platforms |
Who replies to questions asked in the Parliament | The Ministry, with inputs from the Consulate as and when required |
Who is the Appellate Authority for the Consulate General of India in Frankfurt am Main | Mr. B. S. Mubarak, Consul General of India |
What is the contact information for the Consulate General of India in Frankfurt am Main | Tel. (069)15300500, Fax. (069)554125, E-Mail: cg.frankfurt@mea.gov.in |
Where can the list of Appellate Authority and Central Public Information Officer be found | Appendix-I |
What information is disclosed on the Consulate's website to minimize the use of RTI Act | Consular services, bilateral relations, media, commerce, student related information, ICCR scholarships, tenders, current events, forthcoming events, important announcements, list of holidays, contact details of the Consulate, etc |
Are the Guidelines for Indian Government Websites (GIGW) followed by the Consulate | Yes, the guidelines are being followed and the website has been shifted to GOV.IN domain with STQC certification |
What are the office hours of the Consulate General of India in Frankfurt | The office hours are from 0900 Hrs to 1730 Hrs, Monday to Friday |
What are the submission hours for Consular Service applications | The submission hours are from 0930 to 1130 Hrs |
What are the collection hours for Consular Service documents | The collection hours are from 1600 to 1700 Hrs |
Where is the Consulate General of India located in Frankfurt | The Consulate General of India is located at Friedrich-Ebert-Anlage 26, 60325 Frankfurt/M, at the tri-junction of Friedrich-Ebert-Anlage, Rheinstr. and Beethovenstr |
How can I reach the Consulate General of India in Frankfurt using public transport | Take tram no. 16 or No. 17 from the main railway station (Hbf) in the direction of Ginnheim via Messe and get down after two stops (Hohenstaufenstrasse). The building is located in front of this station |
How do I reach the building from the main railway station (Hbf)? | Take the metro line U4 in the direction of Bockenheimer Warte, get down at the next station Festhalle/Messe, and take the staircase towards Beethoven Strasse |
What is the walking distance from Messe (Trade Fair Ground) to the building? Is there an alternative mode of transport available? Describe both options | The building is situated at a walking distance from Messe (Trade Fair Ground). Alternatively, you can take tram No. 16 or No. 17 from the stop in front of Hotel Marriot outside the Fair Grounds in the direction of Stadtgrenze Offenbach via Hbf and get down at the next stop (Hohenstaufenstrasse). |
How do I reach the building from Frankfurt Airport? Describe the entire route | Take tram S-8 or S-9 towards Frankfurt city and get down at the main railway station (Hauptbahnof). Thereafter, take tram Nos. 16/17 or metro line U4 |
What is the date of New Year’s Day according to the Holiday List 2024? What day of the week does it fall on? State the day first, followed by the date | Monday, January 01 |
What is the date of Good Friday according to the Holiday List 2024? What day of the week does it fall on? State the day first, followed by the date | Friday, March 29 |
When is Id-ul-Fitr celebrated in the given calendar year | April 11 |
On which day of the week is Dr. B. R. Ambedkar Jayanti celebrated | Sunday |
What is the date of Ram Navami in the given calendar year | April 17 |
When is Independence Day celebrated in the given calendar year | August 15 |
On which day of the week is Mahatma Gandhi's Birthday celebrated | Wednesday |
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