Swindon Indian Community

17/10/2026

❤️ 𝐏𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐞 𝐡𝐞𝐥𝐩 𝐬𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭 𝐀𝐦𝐢𝐭𝐚 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐡𝐞𝐫 𝐬𝐨𝐧 𝐚𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐲 𝐰𝐚𝐢𝐭 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐚𝐧𝐬𝐰𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐬𝐡.

On 26 August 2026, Manish Tare was travelling home after fulfilling a long-held dream of completing the Kailash Mansarovar pilgrimage with the Isha Foundation. Tragically, devastating floods struck the Gyirong region near the Nepal-Tibet border, and all communication with him was lost.

More than seven weeks later, his wife, Amita, and their son are still waiting for answers, holding on to hope while facing the heartbreaking uncertainty of not knowing what happened to the husband and father they love.

As the search continues, the family is also facing the financial pressures of everyday living, mortgage payments, their son’s education, and essential legal and administrative expenses.

We may not be able to take away their pain or uncertainty, but we can help ease some of the burden they are carrying. Every donation, however small, can make a meaningful difference. And if you’re unable to donate, simply sharing their fundraiser could help reach someone who can.

Please take a moment to read Manish’s story and, if you can, donate or share the link below. Let’s come together to support Amita and her son and help provide some financial stability as they continue searching for answers.

🙏 Please keep Manish and his family in your thoughts and prayers. Thank you for your kindness, compassion, and support during this incredibly difficult time. ❤️

Donate or share: https://gofund.me/1f6561313/

Support for Amita and Her Son while we search for answers abo… Hitendra Ahirrao needs your support for Help Amita and Her Son Through This Unimaginable Time

06/08/2026

Your voice matters. 📢

The Government is considering major reforms to policing, including potential police force mergers and changes to local policing.

These decisions could have a significant impact on local accountability, neighbourhood policing, and how our communities are served.

Please take a few minutes to complete the survey and ensure Wiltshire and Swindon residents' views are heard.

👉 Share Your Views on Police Reform – Fill in the form: https://s-url.co/pGUzAA

Whether you support the proposals or have concerns, every response counts. Please also share this post to help reach more people.

Find out more about Police Reform here: https://s-url.co/klYzAA

The Government has proposed changes to policing in England and Wales, including the potential merger of some police forces into larger regional organisations. As part of this national reform agenda, Wiltshire Police could potentially become part of a larger regional force covering a wider geographic...

15/07/2026

Hurray!

27/06/2026

26/06/2026

🇮🇳 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐮𝐥𝐚𝐫 𝐂𝐚𝐦𝐩 𝐢𝐧 𝐒𝐰𝐢𝐧𝐝𝐨𝐧 – 𝐒𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐝𝐚𝐲, 𝟐𝟕 𝐉𝐮𝐧𝐞 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 | 𝟏𝟎:𝟎𝟎 𝐀𝐌 𝐭𝐨 𝟒:𝟎𝟎 𝐏𝐌

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q. How do I book the appointment?
A. To avoid long queues and waiting hours, instead of walk ins, we will have an appointment booking available 9-10 am at the same venue. Token for your appointment booked will be handed over.

Q. What services are available at the Consular Camp?
A. OCI, Passport Services, Visa Services, Attestation, Power of Attorney (POA), Birth Registration for newborns, and other miscellaneous consular services.

Q. Is it necessary to complete the online application before attending the camp?
A. Yes. Applicants must complete the relevant online application form and bring all required supporting documents as per the official guidelines. Applications cannot be accepted without the required documentation.

Q. Where can I find the application guidelines?

A.
a) *Guidelines for Power of Attorney*:
https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1CyZA13NUJ/?

b) *Guidelines for Passport (Children& Adult) Services*:
https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1Bwmmvy618/?

c) *Guidelines for OCI*:
https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1HJ8XHgmFu/?

Please check the relevant service guidelines carefully before attending the camp.

Q. What *payment methods* are accepted?
A.
• POA and Miscellaneous Consular Services: Cash only.
• Passport, OCI, Visa and most other services: Card payments accepted.

Q. Can I apply for a newborn’s Birth Registration at the camp?
A. Yes. Parents can submit the Birth Registration application and supporting documents at the camp after completing the online application process.

Q. Will I receive the Birth Registration Certificate on the same day?
A. No. The application will be accepted at the camp, and the certificate will be processed later and delivered through VFS to your registered address.

Q. Can I apply for a newborn’s Indian passport at the camp?
A. A newborn passport application can only be submitted after the Birth Registration process has been completed and the Birth Registration Certificate has been issued.

Q. Is Indian *Passport Surrender / Renunciation service* available?
A. Yes. Passport surrender applications can be submitted at the camp. Please complete the online application and bring all required documents.

Q. Can I *renew my passport* at the camp?
A. Yes. Passport renewal applications for both adults and children can be submitted at the camp after completing the online application process.

Q. Can I submit an OCI application at the camp?
A. Yes. OCI applications can be submitted at the camp. Please ensure the online application is completed and all required supporting documents are brought with you.

Q. Will my passport, OCI card or certificate be issued on the same day?
A. No. The camp is for application submission and document verification only. Processed documents will be delivered later through the normal High Commission/VFS process.

Q. *What should I bring to the camp?*
A.
✔ Printed application form
✔ Original documents
✔ Photocopies of required documents
✔ Passport-sized photographs (if required for your service)
✔ Payment method applicable to your service

Q. Where can I find the official *application forms*?
A.
🔗 Passport Services: https://portal5.passportindia.gov.in/Online/index.html

🔗 OCI Services: https://ociservices.gov.in

🔗 Visa Services: https://indianvisaonline.gov.in

20/06/2026

⏰ 𝐑𝐞𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫: 𝐈𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐚𝐧 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐮𝐥𝐚𝐫 𝐂𝐚𝐦𝐩 𝐢𝐧 𝐒𝐰𝐢𝐧𝐝𝐨𝐧 – 𝐉𝐮𝐬𝐭 𝐎𝐧𝐞 𝐖𝐞𝐞𝐤 𝐓𝐨 𝐆𝐨!

The Swindon Indian Community, with the support of the High Commission of India, London, looks forward to welcoming you to the Consular Camp in Swindon on Saturday, 27th June 2026.

📅 Date: Saturday, 27th June 2026
🕙 Camp Hours: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
📍 Venue: Shaw Ridge Primary School, Swindon, SN5 5PU

𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐮𝐥𝐚𝐫 𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐜𝐞𝐬 𝐀𝐯𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞: Passport Services, Visa Services, OCI Services, Attestation Services, Birth Registration, Power of Attorney (POA), Other Consular Services.

𝐏𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐞 𝐍𝐨𝐭𝐞:
🔹 There is no need to queue throughout the day.
🔹 Tokens for appointments will be issued between 9:00 AM and 10:00 AM only.
🔹 Please collect your token during this time and return at the allocated timeslot mentioned on your token.
🔹 This will help ensure a smooth and efficient experience for everyone.

This is an excellent opportunity to access Indian consular services locally, saving a trip to London and making the process more convenient for families, senior citizens, students, and working professionals across Swindon and neighbouring areas.

📢 Please share this post with friends, family, and community members who may benefit from these services.

For updates and further information, follow our page and join our WhatsApp community via the QR code on the event poster.

You can also ask questions on the Facebook group, and we will try our best to get the answers from the HCI officials. Link to the Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/734315999948799/

#𝚙𝚊𝚜𝚜𝚙𝚘𝚛𝚝𝚜𝚎𝚛𝚟𝚒𝚌𝚎𝚜

18/06/2026

18/06/2026

🇮🇳 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐮𝐥𝐚𝐫 𝐂𝐚𝐦𝐩 𝐢𝐧 𝐒𝐰𝐢𝐧𝐝𝐨𝐧: 𝐁𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐈𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐚𝐧 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐮𝐥𝐚𝐫 𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐜𝐞𝐬 𝐂𝐥𝐨𝐬𝐞𝐫 𝐭𝐨 𝐘𝐨𝐮!

The Swindon Indian Community is delighted to announce a Consular Camp in Swindon, organised with the support of the High Commission of India, London.

📅 Date: Saturday, 27th June 2026
🕙 Time: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
📍 Venue: Shaw Ridge Primary School, Swindon, SN5 5PU

𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐜𝐞𝐬 𝐀𝐯𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞:

✅ Passport Services
✅ Visa Services
✅ OCI Services
✅ Attestation Services
✅ Birth Registration
✅ Power of Attorney (POA)
✅ Other Consular Services

𝐈𝐦𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐭 𝐈𝐧𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧:

🔹 No need to queue up.
🔹 To book your timeslot, please collect a token between 9:00 AM and 10:00 AM at the venue on the day. And turn up at your booked time mentioned on the token.

This is a great opportunity for members of the Indian community in Swindon and surrounding areas to access consular services locally without travelling to London.

For updates and further information, follow our page. You can also join our WhatsApp group by scanning the QR code on the poster.

Share this post with family, friends, and community members who may benefit from these services.