The Afghanistan embassy in New Delhi blamed India for its shutdown, citing a lack of support from India, and a reduction in personnel and resources, reports NDTV.

The embassy ceases operations from Sunday, October 1.

It also said a failure to meet expectations in serving Afghanistan's interests is another crucial factor in shutting off the embassy.

"Given these circumstances, it is with deep regret that we have taken the difficult decision to close all operations of the mission with the exception of emergency consular services to Afghan citizens till the transfer of the custodial authority of the mission to the host country," the embassy said.

It further said, "This decision, while deeply regrettable, is made after careful consideration, taking into account the historic ties and long."

On X, the Afghan embassy in India listed the key factors affecting its ability to continue the mission effectively which include lack of support from the host government, failure to meet expectations in serving Afghanistan's interests, and reduction in personnel and resources.