795.00/6–1651: Telegram

The Chargé in India (Steere) to the Secretary of State

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3661. Embtel 3567 June 9. Bajpai has asked whether Emb had recd info re US position in which GOI interested for purpose transmission Panikkar. I replied in negative.

In absence response I will assume Dept not interested providing special statement this character. Bajpai incidentally left Delhi today on 6 week holiday.

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