India, June 4 -- In a significant move to modernise and streamline travel documentation for Indian citizens,especially the over 3.5 million expatriates residing in the United Arab Emirates, India is set to roll out a major passport overhaul in 2025. The upgrade introduces chip-enabled e-passports containing biometric data, improved privacy measures, and simplified processes for family documentation.

Among the most notable innovations is the launch of biometric e-passports embedded with RFID chips. These chips will store key biometric information, such as digital signatures, fingerprints, and facial recognition data, in compliance with guidelines established by the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO).

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