Last Updated on June 24, 2026 11:22 am by BIZNAMA NEWS

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External Affairs Minister Dr S Jaishankar today said that the rollout of Passport Seva Programme 2.0, introduction of chip-enabled e-Passports, opening of new PSKs and POPSKs, and record levels of passport issuance are enhancing ease of travel, expanding access to global opportunities, and empowering citizens. In a social media post, the Minister extended greetings to all Passport Authorities in India and abroad on the occasion of the 14th Passport Seva Divas. Dr Jaishankar also reaffirmed the Government’s commitment to keep making passport services delivery faster, more transparent and accessible, guided by the vision of ‘Surakshit Passport, Sugam Seva, Sashakt Nagrik’.