From Deccan Chronicle
Center Owned by Deccan Chronicle HoldingsRegional Passport Office to Hold Passport Mela on Nov 21; 4,000 Slots Open on Tuesday
What's behind this
Union Home Minister Amit Shah has directed that Foreigners Regional Registration Offices (FRROs) be set up in every state capital. The Tribune reports the goal is to achieve this by next year, noting that FRROs currently operate in 20 states and that the Home Ministry has observed a substantial increase in numbers. Hindustan Times says the expanded network will improve immigration and visa‑related services for foreign nationals and cites a target of having offices in all state capitals by 2027. The exact timeline therefore varies between the two reports.
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The RPO considered the increasing demand for passport services and waiting period for appointments before announcing the mela.
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The RPO considered the increasing demand for passport services and waiting period for appointments before announcing the mela.
