The Ministry of External Affairs on Wednesday announced the nationwide rollout of its upgraded Passport Seva Programme (PSP V2.0), the Global Passport Seva Programme (GPSP V2.0), and the launch of e-Passports for citizens in India and abroad. The initiative marks a major step in the government’s efforts to modernise passport services and strengthen security through technology-driven solutions.

According to the Ministry, the revamped Passport Seva Programme was implemented across all 37 Passport Offices in India, along with 93 Passport Seva Kendras and 450 Post Office Passport Seva Kendras on May 26, 2025. The Global Passport Seva Programme, designed for Indian missions abroad, was subsequently rolled out on October 28, 2025, across Indian Embassies and Consulates worldwide.

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