India urges Pakistan for the swift release and repatriation of 183 Indian fishermen and civilian prisoners who have completed their sentences. Additionally, India seeks immediate consular access for 18 prisoners believed to be Indian nationals. The request follows the biannual exchange of prisoner lists under a 2008 agreement.
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