Complete Police Verification for Passports Within Four Weeks, Directs Allahabad HC
The Allahabad High Court has directed that police verification for passport applications must be completed within four weeks from the date of request. The court observed that unnecessary delays in the verification process hinder an individual’s fundamental right to travel abroad. It emphasized that such administrative delays should be strictly avoided unless justified by exceptional circumstances. Hearing a petition regarding prolonged passport verification, the bench noted that timely action by authorities is essential to ensure efficient public service delivery and uphold citizens’ rights. The court further directed the state government and police department to issue clear instructions to all concerned officers to adhere to the four-week timeline. Any failure to comply, the court warned, could invite disciplinary action. The order aims to streamline the passport issuance process and prevent undue hardship to applicants awaiting verification
Complete Police Verification for Passports Within Four Weeks, Directs Allahabad HC
