Germany Grants Visa-Free Transit to Indian Passport Holders at Airports

• Germany announced visa-free transit facilities for Indian passport holders at its airports.
• The decision was made following German Chancellor Friedrich Merz's visit to India from January 12-13.
• Indian passengers transiting through German airports to another country will no longer need a separate transit visa, but must remain inside the airport.
• Prime Minister Narendra Modi thanked Chancellor Merz, calling it a step to strengthen people-to-people relations.
• Merz's visit marks 75 years of India-Germany diplomatic relations and 25 years of strategic partnership.

Why It Matters: Indian passport holders can now transit through German airports without a visa, boosting bilateral ties.