Media coverage m passport nov 2013

Total Publications appeared 70
Name of Publications in which mPassport News appeared
OFFLINE(40) ONLINE(30)
Hindustan beforeitsnews.com
Rashtriya Sahara tech2.in.com
Hindustan Times www.siasat.com
Mangalam telecomtiger.com
Siraj www.thinkdigit.com/
Metro Vaartha Financial Express.com
Dainik Bhaskar Telegraphindia.com
Prajavani Chennaipatrika.COM
Saamna dayofbangalore.com
Sakal indiadigitalreview.com
Ei samay informationweek.in
Eenadu newindianexpress.com
Dainik Jagran moneylife.in
Navbharat telecomtiger.com
Punya Nagari varindia.com
Yashobhoomi techmagnifier.com
Economic Times newsexpressonline.com
The Hindu Business Line lightreading.in
Deccan Chronicle mobiletor.com
The Free Press Journal bgr.in
The Tribune Dnaindia.com
National Standard deccanherald.com
Amar Ujala crazyengineers.com
Dainik Tribune dailyexcelsior.com
Tejas indiatvnews.com
Chandrika zeenews.india.com
Madhyamam msn.com
Mathrubhumi mhone.in
The New Indian Express thehindu.com
The Hindu timesofindia.com
The Times of India
Press Trust of India
Business Bhaskar
Dainik Savera
Punjab Kesari
Metro India
The Hans India
The Telegraph
Varthamanam
Navbharat Times

10/11/2013 – Sunday
Passport app on Windows, iOS phones
Deccan Chronicle | Sunday, 10 Nov 2013
Edition: Bangalore
Now, passport app on Windows, iOS
Navbharat Times | Sunday, 10 Nov 2013
Edition: New Delhi

08/11/2013 – Friday
Passport seva Kendras launch smartphone app
Times of India | Friday, 08 Nov 2013
Edition: Patna
MEA's mPassport Seva Mobile App now available on Windows and Apple
iOS platforms too
Varthamanam | Friday, 08 Nov 2013
Edition: All

App & Website
The Economic Times | Friday, 08 Nov 2013
Edition: Patna
Passport Seva mobile app now on Windows & iOS
The Hans India | Friday, 08 Nov 2013
Edition: Hyderabad

Passport Seva to provide info on smartphones
Source: http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/ludhiana/Passport-Seva-to-provide-info-on-
smartphones/articleshow/25403681.cms
TNN | Friday, 08 Nov 2013
Mode: Online
Edition: LUDHIANA
Summary: To keep up with the pace of the current technology, the ministry of external affairs has
launched the mPassport Seva mobile app on Windows and Apple iOS platforms after the overwhelming
response received on the Android platform.
The app provides passport-related information on the smartphones. It also provides a wide range of
services such as status tracking, locating a passport office and other such general information. The
application also helps about the various steps involved in a passport-related service and also provides
the phone numbers in case of queries or concerns.
The users can also search for a passport seva kendra (PSK) or district passport cell (DPC) in a district,
wherein a passport application is to be submitted. This can also be searched on the basis of the city/area
PIN code. For certain states and districts, users can search for their local police stations as well. Citizens,
residing overseas who apply for a passport service in Indian missions or posts abroad, can also utilize
this facility to search address and other relevant information. The "fee calculator" feature of the
application also enables users to find out the applicable fee, based on the service and mode of
submission.
The application also helps users to track the status of their passport applications through the file
number and date of birth. In case the passport has been dispatched, the delivery status can also be
tracked.
Given its easy access and hassle-free service, the application has received an overwhelming response
from the city residents. Umesh Bhambri, a resident of Civil Lines, said, "Though the online passport
facility was a boon for the people, it was not always easy to connect to the passport website due to the
logging rush. However, now this application would help us connect easily and know about the status of
the passport with just a few clicks."
Nina Mundi, a resident of Gill Chowk, said, "Nowadays, people are crazy about buying the windows and
iOS phones besides androids. The passport app on these phones, too, would help many now, as
connecting over the phone is easier than connecting to a laptop."

07/11/2013 – Thursday
M‐Passport Seva now also on iOS and windows
Hindustan | Thursday, 07 Nov 2013
Edition: Patna
Summary: The ministry of external affairs had recently launched an Android mobile app, mPassport
Seva, which provides passport related information to smart phone users.
MPassport Seva mobile app now on windows and apple iOS platform
Rashtriya Sahara| Thursday, 07 Nov 2013
Edition: HYDERABAD
Reach of mPassport Seva app extended
Hindustan Times | Thursday, 07 Nov 2013
Edition: Patna

MEA's mPassport Seva Mobile App now available on Windows and Apple iOS platforms
too
Mangalam | Thursday, 07 Nov 2013
Edition: Kerala
Summary: In order to keep pace with the current technology, the Ministry of External Affairs had
launched the mPassport Seva mobile app on Android platform, as a pilot, on 21st March 2013.
Encouraged by positive public response, the Ministry has now launched this app on Windows and
Apple iOS platforms as well.
The app provides passport‐related information on the smartphones. This is an extended service of
the Passport Seva Project, executed in Public‐Private‐Partnership mode with Tata Consultancy
Services.
too
Metro Vaartha | Thursday, 07 Nov 2013
Edition: Kerala

Services.
too
Siraj | Thursday, 07 Nov 2013
Edition: Kerala
Services.
too
Tejas | Thursday, 07 Nov 2013
Edition: Kerala

Services.
too
Chandrika | Thursday, 07 Nov 2013
Edition: Kerala
Services.

too
Madhyamam | Thursday, 07 Nov 2013
Edition: Kerala
Services.
too
Mathrubhumi | Thursday, 07 Nov 2013
Edition: Kerala
Services.

Mobile App for passport services now available on windows,IOS
The New Indian Express | Thursday, 07 Nov 2013
Edition: Kerala
Passport services on Windows, iPhones
The Hindu | Thursday, 07 Nov 2013
Edition: Bangalore

Now, Passport app on Windows, iOS
The Times of India | Thursday, 07 Nov 2013
Edition: Pune
mPassport seva app on Windows and Apple
Dainik Bhaskar| Thursday, 07 Nov 2013
Edition: Chandigarh
Summary: Encouraged by public response to its Passport Sewa mobile app for Android phones, the
Ministry of External Affairs has launched the application for Windows and Apple iOS platforms. It
provides passport-related information on the smartphones. This is an extended service of the Passport
Seva Project, executed in Public-Private-Partnership mode.

06/11/2013
mPassport Mobile App now available on Windows and iOS Platforms
Source: http://www.varindia.com/mPassport-Mobile-App-now-available-on-Windows-and-iOS-
Platforms.htm
varindia| Wednesday, 06 Nov 2013
Mode: Online
Summary: In order to keep pace with the current technology, the Ministry of External Affairs has
launched the mPassport Seva mobile app on Windows and Apple iOS platforms. The app will provide
passport-related information on the smartphones. This is an extended service of the Passport Seva
Project, executed in Public-Private-Partnership mode with Tata Consultancy Services.
The users will be able to search for a Passport Seva Kendra (PSK) or District Passport Cell (DPC) in a
district where a passport application can be submitted using their Windows and iOS platforms. This can
also be searched based on PIN code. For certain States and Districts, the users can search for Police
Stations as well.
Citizens residing overseas who apply for a passport service in Indian Missions/Posts abroad can also
utilize this facility for searching address and other relevant information. The Fee Calculator feature of
the application enables users to find out the applicable fee based on the service and mode of
submission.Furthermore, users can track the status of their passport applications by providing File
Number and Date of Birth. In case the passport has been dispatched, Delivery Status can also be tracked
mPassport Seva Made Available For iOS And Windows Phone Users Also
Source: http://beforeitsnews.com/science-and-technology/2013/11/mpassport-seva-made-available-
for-ios-and-windows-phone-users-also-2649980.html
beforeitsnews.com | Wednesday, 06 Nov 2013
Mode: Online
Summary: Google’s Android was the first Mobile Operating System (OS) to get the app. Christened as
mPassport Seva, the app was under development for some time. Now iOS as well as Windows Phone
users will be able to execute majority of procedures needed to complete the Passport Application
Process.
Expanding the scope of usage of the app is a very important step as majority of Smartphones will be able
to utilize the facility. With mPassport, users can track passport applications, locate Passport Seva Kendra
(PSK) and get general information on how to obtain a passport. Under the app’s service menu, one can
also calculate the fee to be paid while applying for the passport. Though such an expansion of scope was
logical, MEA chose to emphasize the increasing interest and immense public response, to be the core
reason.
mPassport Seva is one of the more prominent services under the National e-Governance Plan (NeGP)
that is being executed in public-private-partnership mode with Tata Consultancy Services (TCS).
Incidentally, TCS is responsible for the development of the app, but, the Passport Seva Project, as a
whole, is being executed by Consular, Passport and Visa (CPV) division of the MEA.

What began as a mere informative app development endeavor, soon had to be outfitted with payment
facilities to ensure applicants were able to complete all major pre-application procedures. However,
applicants still need to make a trip to the regional Passport office to submit physical copies of their
documents and exhibit originals to establish authenticity.
E-Governance Projects, specific and relevant to the common citizens have started to receive widespread
attention. Coupled with the phenomenal adoption of smartphones, such applications could soon alter
the very dynamics of addressing common issues and settling grievances. What do you think?
Download: mPassport Seva (Android, iOS, Windows Phone 8)
Source: http://www.techtree.com/content/news/4260/download-mpassport-seva-android-ios-
windows-phone-8.html
Techtree.com | Wednesday, 06 Nov 2013
Mode: Online
Summary: Those who are looking at getting a new passport can now do so right from their Android
devices. The free app called mPassport Seva lets users fill up their passport applications, track its status,
and look for the nearest Passport Seva Kendra (PSK) apart from other information based on which you
can get your Passport. Here are as many as 77 Passport Seva Kendras, as per the app description.
Using the app you can also keep track of any RTIs that you have filed for. That being said, it doesn’t give
you details regarding the documents that need to be submitted. However, all that information is
available on the Passport Office's official website. Overall, the app is very easy to use, and is very neatly
packaged as well. It's now available on major mobile platforms such as Android, iOS, and Windows
Phone.
MEA mPassportSeva App Introduced for Windows Phone Platform
Source: http://www.techmagnifier.com/news/mea-mpassportseva-app-introduced-windows-phone-
platform/
techmagnifier.com | Wednesday, 06 Nov 2013
Mode: Online
Summary: Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) introduced the MEAIndia app for passport and related
services, on Android and iOS platform, in July this year.
The Government body has now introduced the mPassportSeva mobile app for Windows Phone platform.
The application is available to download for free on Windows Phone store.
The new mobile application on Windows Phone OS allows Windows Phone users to check their passport
application status, locate the nearest Passport Seva Kendra, etc. Besides, the app features a fee
calculator that lets users calculate and find out how much fee they have to pay
Passport services app, mPassport Seva, now available for iOS and Windows Phone users
Source: http://tech2.in.com/news/apps/passport-services-app-mpassport-seva-now-available-for-ios-
and-windows-phone-users/919600
tech2.in.com | Wednesday, 06 Nov 2013
Mode: Online

Summary: The Ministry of External affairs now expands its mPassport Seva app for iOS and Windows
Phone users. It will allow users access to all passport-related services right from their mobile devices.
The app has already been available for Android.
With mPassport users can track passport applications, locate Passport Seva Kendra (PSK) and get general
information on how to obtain a passport. Under the app’s service menu, one can also calculate the fee
to be paid while applying for the passport. Due to immense public response to the Android app, the
Ministry decided to extend the apps to other platforms.
The Passport Seva Project is being executed by Consular, Passport and Visa (CPV) division of the Ministry
of External Affairs (MEA), and is one of the largest projects of the government under the National e-
Governance Plan (NeGP) that is being executed in public-private-partnership mode with Tata
Consultancy Services (TCS) as the private partner. The project is currently operational and servicing
citizens through 77 Passport Seva Kendras across the nation.
Passport Seva mobile app now on Windows, Apple platforms
Source: http://newsexpressonline.com/News-Story.aspx?id=g72UYJW0bZgqlwstyn5PFA==
ewsexpressonline.com| Wednesday, 06 Nov 2013
Mode: Online
Summary: Encouraged by the public response to its Passport Seva mobile app for Android phones, the
Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has now launched the application for Windows and Apple iOS
platforms.
The app provides passport-related information on smartphones. The MEA had released the Android
version of the app in March this year.
This is an extended service of the Passport Seva Project, executed in the public-private-partnership
mode with IT services major Tata Consultancy Services (TCS).
mPassport Seva provides a variety of services such as status tracking, locating a passport office and
other general information, TCS said in a release.
The application provides information on the various steps involved in obtaining a passport-related
service and related phone numbers in case of queries or concerns, it added.
Users will also be able to search for a Passport Seva Kendra (PSK) or District Passport Cell (DPC) in a
district where a passport application can be submitted. This can also be searched based on a PIN code.
For certain States and districts, users can search for police stations as well.
Citizens residing overseas, who apply for a passport service in Indian Missions/Posts abroad, can also
utilise this facility for searching addresses and other relevant information.
The fee calculator feature of the app enables users to find out the applicable fee based on the service
and mode of submission.
Users can track the status of their passport applications by providing the file number and date of birth.
In case the passport has been dispatched, delivery status can also be tracked.
MEA Launches mPassport Seva App For iOS, Windows
Source: http://www.lightreading.in/lightreadingindia/news-wire-feed/286052/mea-launches-
mpassport-seva-app-ios-windows
lightreading.in | Wednesday, 06 Nov 2013
Mode: Online
Summary: The Ministry of External Affairs has launched its mPassport Seva mobile app for Windows and
Apple iOS platforms. It was earlier launched as a pilot on the Android platform.

The app provides passport-related information on the smartphones. This is an extended service of the
Passport Seva Project, executed in public-private-partnership mode with Tata Consultancy Services, said
a release.
mPassport Seva enables Indian citizens to access passport related information on their smartphones.
This application provides a wide variety of services such as status tracking, locating a Passport Office and
other general information.
The application provides information on various steps involved to obtain a passport related service and
related phone numbers in case of queries or concerns.
district where a passport application can be submitted. This can also be searched based on PIN code. For
certain states and districts, the users can search for police stations as well.
Citizens residing overseas who apply for a passport service in Indian Missions or Posts abroad can also
utilize this facility for searching address and other relevant information.
The Fee Calculator feature of the application enables users to find out the applicable fee based on the
service and mode of submission.
Users can track the status of their passport applications by providing file number and date of birth. in
case the passport has been dispatched, delivery status can also be tracked
mPassport Seva application by MEA now available on iOS, Windows Phone
Source: http://www.mobiletor.com/2013/11/06/mpassport-seva-application-mea-now-available-ios-
windows-phone/
mobiletor.com | Wednesday, 06 Nov 2013
Mode: Online
Summary: The Ministry of External Affairs has launched its mPassport Seva application for iOS as well as
Windows Phone platforms for helping customers and simplifying the tasks and processes related to
acquiring a passport amongst other things. This app was introduced for the Android OS back in July this
year.
Users can look for solutions for all of their passport-related queries in this application. It claims to offer
assistance in a speedy, convenient and transparent manner. This service falls under the National e-
Governance Plan (NeGP) that’s being carried out in partnership with Tata Consultancy Services. Right
from looking for general information on steps involved in the process of obtaining a passport to locating
Passport Seva Kendra, checking the fee you are required to pay and tracking the status of your
application, you can carry out all these tasks from your mobile phone itself, using the official apps.
MEA had also introduced another utility called MEAIndia for Android and iOS users for details pertaining
to passports as well as a number of other things. The application comes with a horde of services
including E-Citizen for taking a look at parliament questions, tenders and right to information. It also

provides details regarding Haj and Kailash Mansarovar yatra and trips taken by the Prime Minister and
other ministers of the MEA.
The mPassport Seva application’s Android version is compatible with all gadgets based on version 2.1 or
above. Its Windows Phone application runs on WP8 and 7.5, while the version meant for Apple devices
requires iOS 5.0 or later platforms.
MEA's mPassport Seva mobile app now available on Windows and Apple iOS platforms
too
Source:http://www.telecomtiger.com/PolicyNRegulation_fullstory.aspx?passfrom=PolicyNRegulation&s
toryid=18979&section=S174
telecomtiger.com | Wednesday, 06 Nov 2013
Mode: Online
Summary: Encouraged by positive public response from its mPassport Seva Mobile App launched on
21st March 2013 Android platform, as a pilot, the Ministry of External Affairs has launched the app on
Windows and Apple iOS platforms as well.
Passport Seva Project, executed in Public-Private-Partnership mode with Tata Consultancy Services.
mPassport Seva, enables Indian Citizens to access Passport related information on their Smartphones.
certain States and Districts, the users can search for Police Stations as well.
utilize this facility for searching address and other relevant information.
Users can track the status of their passport applications by providing File Number and Date of Birth. In
case the passport has been dispatched, Delivery Status can also be tracked.
mPassport Seva app now available for iOS and Windows Phone users
Source: http://www.thinkdigit.com/Apps/mPassport-Seva-app-now-available-for-iOS_18310.html
thinkdigit.com | Wednesday, 06 Nov 2013
Mode: Online

Summary: The Ministry of External Affairs launched the mPassport Seva app on Android platform in
March and now has extended the app to Windows and Apple iOS platforms. The mPassport Seva app
provides passport-related information and helps in tracking passport application status.
The mPassport Seva app is being developed in a Public-Private-Partnership mode with IT services major
Tata Consultancy Services (TCS). TCS said in a press release, "The app gives users information about the
nearest Passport Seva Kendra (PSK) or District Passport Cell (DPC) in a district where they can submit the
passport application. Users can also search the nearest PSK based on PIN code. In certain states and
districts, the users can even search for police stations through the app."
The app has a fee calculator feature that enables users to find out the applicable fee based on the
service and mode of submission. Users can also track the status of their passport applications by
providing the file number and date of birth. The app also updates the delivery status once dispatched.
MEA is also working on an upgraded version of the mPassport Seva app which will allow users to apply
for passports as well as pay the passport application fee via their smartphones. The app will let users
apply for passports via their smartphone and even make passport application fees online via their credit
or debit cards. The applicant can collect their allotted 'application reference number' through the
nearest PSK.
According to a statement the MEA has issued more than 85 lakh passports this year as compared to 74
lakh passports issued last year.
Ministry of External Affairs’ mPassport Seva mobile app launched for iOS and
Windows Phone
Source: http://www.bgr.in/news/ministry-of-external-affairs-mpassport-seva-mobile-app-launched-for-
ios-and-windows-phone/
bgr.in | Wednesday, 06 Nov 2013
Mode: Online
Summary: Earlier this year, the Ministry of External Affairs made the process of applying for a passport a
lot less tedious by launching the mPassport Seva app on the Android platform. The Ministry has now
announced that they are expanding the service to users on the iOS and Windows Phone platform.
For those you aren’t familiar, the mPassport Seva app offers services like passport application status,
tracking, locating the Passport Seva Kendra (PSK) and general information on various steps involved in
obtaining a passport. There is also a fee calculator feature that lets users find out how much money they
have to spend during the process. Ever since its launch on the Android platform, the app has crossed
100,000 downloads.
You can head over to the Play Store, App Store or the Windows Phone Store to download the app for
free.
mpassport seva now on mobile windows and apple IOS platforms
Dainik Jagran| Wednesday, 06 Nov 2013
Edition: Ludhiana

Summary: Encouraged by public response to its Passport Seva mobile app for Android phones, the
Seva Project, executed in Public-Private-Partnership mode with TCS.
Prajavani | Wednesday, 06 Nov 2013
Edition: Bangalore
Seva Project, executed in Public-Private-Partnership mode with TCS
Prajavani | Wednesday, 06 Nov 2013
Edition: Bangalore

Current status of passport now on Windows and Apple platforms too
Saamna | Wednesday, 06 Nov 2013
Edition: Mumbai
mPassport seva now available on iOS platform
Navbharat | Wednesday, 06 Nov 2013
Edition: Mumbai, Pune

Now mPassport service from MEA
Sakal | Wednesday, 06 Nov 2013
Edition: Mumbai
Now mPassport service from MEA on Apple and windows platform
Sakal | Wednesday, 06 Nov 2013
Edition: Mumbai

Now mPassport service from MEA on Apple and windows platform
Punya Nagari | Wednesday, 06 Nov 2013
Edition: Mumbai
Ei samay| Wednesday, 06 Nov 2013
Edition: Kolkata

Eenadu| Wednesday, 06 Nov 2013
Edition: Hyderabad
Yashobhoomi| Wednesday, 06 Nov 2013
Edition: Mumbai

After Android, Passport Seva mobile app now on Windows & Apple platform
Source: http://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/nri/visa-and-immigration/after-android-passport-
seva-mobile-app-now-on-windows-apple-platforms/articleshow/25264990.cms
PTI| Wednesday, 06 Nov 2013
Mode: Online
platforms.
The app provides passport-related information on the smartphones. The MEA had released the android
This is an extended service of the Passport Seva Project, executed in Public-Private-Partnership mode
with IT services major Tata Consultancy ServicesBSE 1.85 % (TCS).
mPassport Seva provides a wide variety of services such as status tracking, locating a passport office and
related phone numbers in case of queries or concerns, it added.
The users will also be able to search for a Passport Seva Kendra (PSK) or District Passport Cell (DPC) in a
utilise this facility for searching address and other relevant information.

External Affairs Ministry app
The Hindu Business Line| Wednesday, 06 Nov 2013
Edition: Mumbai, Chennai, Hyderabad, New Delhi, Kolkata
Passport App for Apple, iOS, Windows
Deccan Chronicle | Wednesday, 06 Nov 2013
Edition: Hyderabad

Passport App for Apple, iOS, Windows
Deccan Herald | Wednesday, 06 Nov 2013
Edition: Bangalore
Get passport info on your smartphone
The Times of India | Wednesday, 06 Nov 2013
Edition: Bangalore

Passport Seva mobile app now on Windows & Apple platforms
The Free Press Journal | Wednesday, 06 Nov 2013
Edition: Mumbai
Passport Seva mobile app
The Tribune| Wednesday, 06 Nov 2013
Edition: New Delhi

Passport mobile app now on Windows, Apple platforms
The Hans India | Wednesday, 06 Nov 2013
Edition: Hyderabad
mPassport Seva app om windows, Apple phones too
DNA | Wednesday, 06 Nov 2013
Edition: Pune

mPassport Seva app now on Windows, iOS phones
National Standard | Wednesday, 06 Nov 2013
Edition: Bangalore
Passport seva app now on Windows and Apple
Dainik Bhaskar | Wednesday, 06 Nov 2013
Edition: New Delhi, Chandigarh, Amritsar

Passport Seva Mobile App
Business Bhaskar| Wednesday, 06 Nov 2013
Edition: Chandigarh, Amritsar
Passport information to be available on phone
Amar Ujala| Wednesday, 06 Nov 2013
Edition: Chandigarh

Passport App for Windows and Apple
Amar Ujala| Wednesday, 06 Nov 2013
Edition: Chandigarh, Amritsar, Ludhiana
Passport information to be available on phone
Dainik Savera | Wednesday, 06 Nov 2013

Passport information to be available on smart phone
Dainik Tribune| Wednesday, 06 Nov 2013
Edition: Chandigarh
Passport information to be available on windows and Apple smart phone
Punjab Kesari | Wednesday, 06 Nov 2013

Now smartphone to be your passport guide
Dainik Jagran| Wednesday, 06 Nov 2013
Edition: Ludhiana

05/11/2013z
Passport Seva mobile app now on Windows, iOS platforms
The MEA had released the android version of the app in March this year
Source: http://www.business-standard.com/article/current-affairs/passport-seva-mobile-app-now-on-
windows-ios-platforms-113110500733_1.html
PTI| Tuesday, 05 Nov 2013
Mode: Online
platforms.
with IT services major Tata Consultancy Services (TCS).
MPassport Seva provides a wide variety of services such as status tracking, locating a passport office and
External Affairs Ministry app
Source: http://www.thehindubusinessline.com/industry-and-economy/info-tech/external-affairs-
ministry-app/article5317979.ece
Business Line| Tuesday, 05 Nov 2013
Mode: Online
Summary: The Ministry of External Affairs has now extended its app to be used on Windows and Apple
iOS platforms. The app that was launched on Android in March provides citizens passport-related

information on their smartphones, according to a statement. This application provides various services
such as status tracking and locating a passport office, the statement added.
Further, the application provides information on various steps involved to obtain a passport-related
service. The users will be able to search for a Passport Seva Kendra or District Passport Cell in a district
where a passport application can be submitted. This can also be searched based on PIN code. Further,
for certain States and districts, the users can search for police stations.
Source: http://www.financialexpress.com/news/passport-seva-mobile-app-now-on-windows-and-
apple-platforms/1191154
Financial Express | Tuesday, 05 Nov 2013
Mode: Online
platforms.

MEA's Passport app comes to iOS and Windows phones too
Source: http://www.dnaindia.com/scitech/report-mea-s-passport-app-comes-to-ios-and-windows-
phones-too-1914162
dnaindia | Tuesday, 05 Nov 2013
Mode: Online
Summary: After a positive response from Android users, Ministry of External Affairs today expanded its
app services for iOS and Windows devices too.
The mPassportSeva Mobile App is a first of its kind government app launched to make passport-related
services speedy, convenient and transparent.
The app was launched on July 11 on Android platforms.
During the launch, MEA’s spokesperson Syed Akbaruddin said,“For some it (MEA launching a mobile
app) may be a small thing. This is a great leap of faith for us.”
This is one of the largest projects of the Government of India under the National e-Governance Plan
(NeGP) being executed in public-private-partnership mode with Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) as the
private partner. The project is already operational and servicing citizens through 77 Passport Seva
Kendras across India.
mPassport Seva is designed primarily for the citizens who are interested in Passport related information
only. It's a light weight, easy to use app that provides specific details on areas such as Location of
centers, Fee, Application Status, Contact Information and other General Information.
Key features:
* The app provides information on various steps involved to obtain a passport related service and where
to call in case of queries or concerns.
* The users are able to search for a Passport Seva Kendra (PSK) or District Passport Cell (DPC). Citizens
living overseas can find out relevant information about the Missions/Posts abroad. For certain states
and districts, the users can search for Police Stations as well.
* Fee Calculator feature of the application enables users to find out the required fee based on the
* The users can track status of their passport applications using file number and date of birth. For
dispatched passports, the delivery status can also be tracked.
The app for iOS platform which is of the size of less than 1 MB requires iOS 5.0 or later and is compatible
with iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch.
The Windows version of the app runs on Windows Phone 8 as well as Windows Phone 7.5.
MEA's initiative sure is pathbreaking towards e-governance. This app does have some useful
information. It has already crossed 1 lakh downloads on Google Play Store.

Passport app for Windows, Apple iOS
Source: http://www.deccanherald.com/content/367243/passport-app-windows-apple-ios.html
Deccanherald.com | Tuesday, 05 Nov 2013
Mode: Online
Summary: The Ministry of External Affairs has extended its mobile app mPassport Seva to Windows and
The app, introduced on Android platfrom in March 2013, provides passport-related information on the
smartphones. Offered by MEA and Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), the application provides services
such as status tracking, locating a Passport Office, various steps involved in obtaining a passport-related
services and phone numbers in case of queries or concerns.
Users will be able to search for a Passport Seva Kendra (PSK) or district passport cell (DPC) where a
passport application can be submitted. This can also be searched based on PIN code. For certain states
and districts, the users can search for police stations as well.
utilise this facility for searching address and other relevant information. A fee calculator for varied
services and tracking passports are other features.
MEA passport app now on Windows, Apple iOS
Source: http://www.chennaipatrika.com/post/2013/11/05/MEA-passport-app-now-on-Windows-Apple-
iOS.aspx
Chennaipatrika.com | Tuesday, 05 Nov 2013
Mode: Online
Summary: MEA's mPassport Seva Mobile App now available on Windows and Apple iOS platforms too
In order to keep pace with the current technology, the Ministry of External Affairs had launched the
mPassport Seva mobile app on Android platform, as a pilot, on 21st March 2013. Encouraged by positive
public response, the Ministry has now launched this app on Windows and Apple iOS platforms as well.
The app provides passport-related information on the smartphones.
This is an extended service of the Passport Seva Project, executed in Public- Private-Partnership mode
with Tata Consultancy Services. mPassport Seva, enables Indian Citizens to access Passport related
information on their Smartphones. This application provides a wide variety of services such as status
tracking, locating a Passport Office and other general information.
mPassport Seva - Banner The application provides information on various steps involved to obtain a
passport related service and related phone numbers in case of queries or concerns. The users will be
able to search for a Passport Seva Kendra (PSK) or District Passport Cell (DPC) in a district where a
passport application can be submitted.
This can also be searched based on PIN code. For certain States and Districts, the users can search for
Police Stations as well. Citizens residing overseas who apply for a passport service in Indian
Missions/Posts abroad can also utilize this facility for searching address and other relevant information.

Users can track the status of their passport applications by providing File Number and Date of Birth. In
case the passport has been dispatched, Delivery Status can also be tracked.
The latest version of the application can be downloaded from their respective stores:
www.play.google.com/store/apps/
www.windowsphone.com/en-in/store
www.apple.com/itunes
mPassportSeva Free Mobile App For Windows And iOS Follow After Android In India
Source: http://www.crazyengineers.com/threads/mpassportseva-free-mobile-app-for-windows-and-ios-
follow-after-android-in-india.71569/
crazyengineers.com| Tuesday, 05 Nov 2013
Mode: Online
Summary: The Ministry of External Affairs or the MEA is expanding the platform for its mobile app for
applying for passport in India. Following the Android unveiling, with the launch of mPassportSeva mobile
app for Windows as well as iOS, Indians would now be able to get all the passport related information
on their smartphones. We told you about the MEAIndia app back in July this year. The app let the users
find the nearest Indian Mission/Post and establish contact with Indian officials there as well as access
services related to the travel document and get consular assistance on the go. Later as we had reported
in October, Indian IT services company - Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) had started working on the
extended service of the Passport Seva Project to develop the mPassportSeva app for Android, iOS and
Windows operating systems.
The users of this mobile application are able to search for a Passport Seva Kendra (PSK) or District
Passport Cell (DPC) in a district where a passport application can be submitted. This can also be searched
based on PIN code. For certain states and districts, the users can search for police stations as well.
utilize this facility for searching address and other relevant information. Here, it is interesting to note
that this is one of the largest projects of the Government of India under the National e-Governance Plan
(NeGP).

MEA's mPassport Seva Mobile App now available on Windows and Apple iOS platforms too
Source: http://www.dayofbangalore.com/news/technology-it/meas-mpassport-seva-mobile-app-now-
available-windows-and-apple-ios-platforms-too
dayofbangalore.com | Tuesday, 05 Nov 2013
Mode: Online
Encouraged by positive public response, the Ministry has now launched this app on Windows and Apple
iOS platforms as well.
Passport Seva Project, executed in Public-Private-Partnership mode with Tata Consultancy Services.
mPassport Seva, enables Indian Citizens to access Passport related information on their Smartphones.
Source: http://www.dailyexcelsior.com/passport-seva-mobile-app-now-on-windows-apple-platforms-2/
dailyexcelsior.com | Tuesday, 05 Nov 2013
Mode: Online
platforms.

In case the passport has been dispatched, delivery status can also be tracked. (AGENCIES)
mPassport Seva app launched for iOS and Windows platforms
Source: http://www.indiadigitalreview.com/news/mpassport-seva-app-launched-ios-and-windows-
platforms/14558
indiadigitalreview.com | Tuesday, 05 Nov 2013
Mode: Online
Summary: Based on the positive feedback received by the Ministry of External Affairs for its pilot launch
of mPassport Seva, the ministry has now launched the app for iOS and Windows too.
It was launched for Android users on March 21, 2013. It offers a wide variety of services to smartphone
users such as Passport Application status tracking, locating the Passport Seva Kendra (PSK) and general
information on various steps involved in obtaining a Passport.
This app was launched in a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) mode with Tata Consultancy Service (TCS) as
a service partner.
Passport Seva Project was adjudged as the most significant e-Governance initiative of the Government
of India undertaken during 2011-12 by Computer Society of India (CSI).
Passport Seva mobile app now on Windows, Apple platforms
Source: http://www.indiatvnews.com/business/india/passport-seva-mobile-app-now-on-windows-
apple-platforms-8608.html
indiatvnews.com | Tuesday, 05 Nov 2013
Mode: Online
Summary: Encouraged by the public response to its Passport Seva mobile app for Android phones, the
platforms.
The app provides passport-related information on smartphones. The MEA had released the Android
This is an extended service of the Passport Seva Project, executed in the public-private-partnership
mode with IT services major Tata Consultancy Services (TCS).
mPassport Seva provides a variety of services such as status tracking, locating a passport office and

The application provides information on the various steps involved in obtaining a passport-related
service and related phone numbers in case of queries or concerns, it added.
Users will also be able to search for a Passport Seva Kendra (PSK) or District Passport Cell (DPC) in a
district where a passport application can be submitted. This can also be searched based on a PIN code.
For certain States and districts, users can search for police stations as well.
Citizens residing overseas, who apply for a passport service in Indian Missions/Posts abroad, can also
utilise this facility for searching addresses and other relevant information.
mPassportSeva Free Mobile App For Windows And iOS Follow After Android In India
Source: http://www.informationweek.in/informationweek/news-analysis/286032/mpassport-seva-
mobile-app-various-mobile-platforms
informationweek.in | Tuesday, 05 Nov 2013
Mode: Online
Summary: Ministry of External Affair's mPassport mobile app, now available for Windows, iOS and
Android operating systems is set to enable Indian citizens to obtain all passport-related information on
their smartphones.
Ministry of External Affairs has recently launched the mPassport Seva mobile app on Android platform,
as a pilot, on 21st March 2013. Encouraged by positive public response, the Ministry has now launched
this app on Windows and Apple iOS platforms as well.
The app provides passport-related information on the smartphones. This application provides a wide
variety of services such as status tracking, locating a Passport Office and other general information. This
is an extended service of the Passport Seva Project, executed in Public-Private-Partnership mode with
Tata Consultancy Services.
Through the app, the users will be able to search for a Passport Seva Kendra (PSK) or District Passport
Cell (DPC) in a district where a passport application can be submitted. This can also be searched based
on PIN code. For certain States and Districts, the users can search for Police Stations as well. Users can
track the status of their passport applications by providing File Number and Date of Birth. In case the
passport has been dispatched, Delivery Status can also be tracked.
utilize this facility for searching address and other relevant information. The Fee Calculator feature of
the application enables users to find out the applicable fee based on the service and mode of
submission.

mPassport Seva app on Windows, Apple platforms
Source: http://metroindia.com/Details.aspx?id=9219
metroindia.com | Tuesday, 05 Nov 2013
Mode: Online
platforms. The app provides passport-related information on the smartphones. The MEA had released
the android version of the app in March this year. This is an extended service of the Passport Seva
Project, executed in Public-Private-Partnership mode with IT services major Tata Consultancy Services.
other general information. The application provides information on various steps involved to obtain a
passport related service and related phone numbers in case of queries or concerns, it added. The users
will also be able to search for a Passport Seva Kendra or District Passport Cell in a district where a
passport application can be submitted.
This can also be searched based on PIN code. For certain states and districts, the users can search for
police stations as well. Citizens residing overseas who apply for a passport service in Indian Missions/
Posts abroad can also utilise this facility for searching address and other relevant information. The fee
calculator feature of the app enables users to find out the applicable fee based on the service.
Passport Seva mobile app now on Windows and Apple platforms
Source: http://zeenews.india.com/business/news/technology/passport-seva-mobile-app-now-on-
windows-and-apple-platforms_88295.html
zeenews.india.com | Tuesday, 05 Nov 2013
Mode: Online
platforms.

In case the passport has been dispatched, delivery status can also be tracked

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