Why a passport may not prove you're Indian

Jun 30, 2026, 01:00 PM en source ↗

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A passport controversy has reignited debate in India over how citizenship is proven, with voter-list revisions exposing systemic gaps. Critics warn the issue raises fears of wrongful exclusion from electoral rolls.

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A passport controversy has reignited debate over how citizenship is proven in India, with voter-list revisions exposing systemic gaps and raising fears of wrongful exclusion.

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