'Passport is travel document, not citizenship proof' | TheBriefWire
'Passport is travel document, not citizenship proof'
Published 24 June 2026 ยท india
Synopsis India's passport services have seen a massive expansion, with 1.5 crore services delivered last year and processing times now averaging six working days. The
Synopsis India's passport services have seen a massive expansion, with 1.5 crore services delivered last year and processing times now averaging six working days. The number of passport centres has surged to 545, and Indians now enjoy visa-free entry to 27 countries. The government also highlighted the introduction of secure, chip-enabled e-passports, enhancing both convenience and security for citizens.
Published: June 24, 2026 โข 8:32 PM IST ยท Updated: June 24, 2026 โข 9:07 PM ISTBy TheBriefWire Editorial Team
Key points
Synopsis India's passport services have seen a massive expansion, with 1.5 crore services delivered last year and processing times now averaging six working days.
The number of passport centres has surged to 545, and Indians now enjoy visa-free entry to 27 countries.
The government also highlighted the introduction of secure, chip-enabled e-passports, enhancing both convenience and security for citizens.