India rolls out biometric e-passports in major overhaul [Video]

India, the world’s fastest-growing major economy, has taken a significant step in its digital tra nsformation journey with the modernization of international travel by launching chip-enabled biometric e-passports. India joins several other nations, such as the United States, Canada, France, and Japan, in deploying this advanced technology. This transition is part of a broader digital overhaul aimed at bolstering border security, curbing identity theft, and expediting immigration processes for citizens.

With this initiative, India aligns itself with the standards of the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO), bringing its passport technology in line with global best practices. This move facilitates smoother travel for citizens and strengthens India’s reputation as a forward-looking, technologically capable nation.

India’s e-passport is a modern travel documentthat integrates physical and electronic features. It includes a Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) chip and an embedded antenna within the passport’s cover, which securely stores the holder’s personal details and biometric data. This advanced passport …