Seamless passport service serves as engine for prosperous, Viksit Bharat: Jaishankar (opens original article in a new tab)

India's passport service has become more accessible and efficient, with increased issuance numbers and expanded service centers, according to External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar.

• External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar highlighted the democratisation of passport services in India
• Passport issuance volume reached 138 lakh in FY 2025-26
• Number of Passport Seva Kendras increased from 77 to 545 since 2014