India's Passport Services Surge: 15% Annual Growth Celebrated

The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) registered a 15% growth in passport services in 2023, rendering 1.65 crore services, as announced during the 12th Passport Seva Divas. External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar and other officials highlighted continuous improvements and the effective use of technology for efficient service delivery.

The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) marked a significant achievement in 2023 by rendering 1.65 crore passport-related services, reflecting a commendable annual growth of nearly 15 per cent. This milestone was celebrated during the 12th Passport Seva Divas.

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar lauded the personnel for their efficient service delivery. He emphasized the importance of leveraging the latest technologies to enhance the user experience.

The MEA has operationalised a comprehensive network of 533 passport application processing centres, significantly improving accessibility and efficiency.