The Regional Passport Office (RPO) in Chennai is taking steps to increase the number of passport appointments available at Post Office Passport Kendras (POPSKs) in Chennai and Dharmapuri, aiming to expedite the processing of passport applications.
S. Koventhan, the Regional Passport Officer for Chennai, announced that the daily appointment slots at the Chennai General Post Office POPSK have been recently increased from 40 to 80. Similarly, plans are underway to double the appointment slots at the Dharmapuri POPSK, increasing the capacity from 40 to 80 slots per day.
When asked whether Passport Seva Kendras (PSKs) located in Valasaravakkam, Nungambakkam, and Tambaram in Chennai were facing difficulties in processing applications, Mr. Koventhan explained that residents from the northern and western parts of Chennai prefer to apply through the POPSK at the Chennai General Post Office. This has led to a higher demand for slots at this specific location.
In an effort to assist applicants and reduce the rejection rate of applications, the RPO in Chennai has also introduced a ‘May I Help You?’ help desk at their office on Anna Salai. This service, which operates from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., is designed for applicants who prefer to apply for passport services independently, without relying on agents.