Indian MEA Clarifies Passport is Travel Document, Not Citizenship Proof

India's Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has clarified that a passport serves as a travel document and should not be considered proof of citizenship.

24 Jun, 12:59 — 24 Jun, 12:59

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hindustan-timesMostly Factual3d ago

Passport is a travel document, not proof of citizenship: MEA

The passport remains a travel document, and not a document of citizenship, as it attests the nationality of Indians when they are abroad

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hindustan-times24 Jun, 12:59First to report

Passport is a travel document, not proof of citizenship: MEA

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indian-express24 Jun, 18:25

Passport a travel document, not citizenship proof: Ministry of External Affairs

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Times of India24 Jun, 21:17Latest update

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