India has taken a major step toward modernising travel documentation with the nationwide rollout of electronic passports, or e-passports.

Designed to enhance security, speed up immigration checks, and align with international travel standards, the new system marks a significant technological shift in how Indian citizens will travel abroad in the coming years.

What Is an E-Passport?

An e-passport looks similar to a traditional Indian passport but features an embedded electronic chip in its back cover. This chip securely stores the holder’s personal and biometric data, including fingerprints, facial recognition details, and digital signatures.

The system ensures that all printed information is digitally matched with the encrypted data in the chip, making tampering or forgery nearly impos

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