As per the latest development, the central government is working to roll out e-passports in a move to make international travel easier and hassle-free, and enable protection against identity theft. External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar while delivering a message on the occasion of Passport Sewa Diwas, informed about this development and reaffirmed the government’s effort in enhancing citizen experience and public delivery.
He added that they will continue their commitment of delivering the next-level of citizen experience.He noted that the passport services were provided with the same vigour and enthusiasm during the COVID-19 pandemic. He added that the government has also managed to set a record while dealing with the increased demand built up due to the pandemic, with a monthly average of 9.0 lakhs and 4.50 lakhs additional applications granted in the last one month.
