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The Modi government has opened its 450th passport service centre at Kushinagar's historic post office. This expansion brings passport facilities closer to rural citizens under PM Modi's governance vision. The MEA-DoP collaboration now operates 543 service centres across India. The Kushinagar POPSK inauguration was attended by Union Ministers and local MPs.

Key Points: Modi Govt Opens 450th Passport Seva Kendra in Kushinagar UP

  • 450th POPSK launched in Buddha's Mahapirvana site Kushinagar
  • Part of Modi's rural governance push
  • MEA-DoP collaboration expands passport services
  • Network now covers 543 centres nationwide
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450th post office passport seva kendra inaugurated in Kushinagar, UP

Union Ministers inaugurate 450th Post Office Passport Seva Kendra in Kushinagar, expanding rural access under Modi's governance vision.

"This POPSK marks a milestone in enhancing passport accessibility in rural areas - Ministry of External Affairs"

New Delhi, May 1

Union Ministers Kirti Vardhan Singh and Chandra Sekhar Pemmasani inaugurated the 450th Post Office Passport Seva Kendra (POPSK) in Uttar Pradesh's Kushinagar on Wednesday, the land that is steeped in history and spirituality, where Lord Buddha attained Mahaparinirvana.

According to the Ministry of External Affairs, the opening of this POPSK is a significant milestone towards enhancing passport accessibility in rural areas and reinforcing Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision of good governance.

The event was graced by distinguished dignitaries, including members of Parliament, Jagdambika Pal, Kunwar Ratanjeet Pratap Narayan Singh, Vijay Kumar Dubey, and Shashank Mani Tripathi, as well as members of the Uttar Pradesh Legislative Assembly, along with senior officers from the Ministry of External Affairs and the Department of Posts.

The POPSK initiative is a collaboration between the Ministry of External Affairs and the Department of Posts, which aims to bring passport services closer to citizens.

With 450 POPSKS and 93 Passport Seva Kendras under 37 Passport Offices, India now has a network of 543 passport service centres nationwide, as per MEA.

The inauguration of the 450th POPSK is a testament to the Ministry of External Affairs' objective of establishing passport service centres in every Lok Sabha constituency across the country.

- ANI

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Rajesh K.
Great initiative! People in rural areas shouldn't have to travel long distances just for passport services. This will especially help pilgrims visiting Kushinagar who might need last-minute passport assistance. 👍
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Priya M.
While I appreciate the expansion of passport services, I hope the government also focuses on improving processing times. My cousin in Gorakhpur waited 2 months despite all documents being perfect. Efficiency matters as much as accessibility.
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Amit S.
Kushinagar is such an important Buddhist pilgrimage site. Having passport services here will help both domestic and international tourists. Smart move to boost spiritual tourism while serving locals!
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Sunita R.
As someone from UP, I'm happy to see development reaching our smaller towns. But will these new centers have proper staff training? Last time at a POPSK, the staff seemed confused about new passport rules. Implementation matters!
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Vikram J.
543 passport centers across India is impressive! This shows how digital India is becoming. Next step should be making the entire process online for renewals. Why make people visit centers for simple renewals?
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Neha T.
Good governance isn't just about opening centers but ensuring they function smoothly. Hope these new POPSKs have proper infrastructure - computers that work, clean waiting areas, and drinking water facilities. Basic amenities matter!

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