POPSKs and PSKs have resumed passport-related operations as per the relaxations granted by States post-Covid-19. Applicants who intend to book appointments can do so through Travel Sahayata Online Portal. Applicants are required to abide by the rules, carry sanitizers; wear masks during the visit.
Damaged Lost Passport FAQ | Passport-Sahayata

HOW TO IDENTIFY A DAMAGED PASSPORT?

The classification of the damaged passport can be done on the basis of the extent of damage, i.e:

  1. Damaged Passport: Intact photo, readable passport number.
  2. Beyond Recognition

HOW TO TRAVEL INDIA URGENTLY DUE TO EMERGENCY CONCERNS IF I HAVE LOST MY PASSPORT?
One can apply for an "Emergency Certificate" to come to India on an urgent basis if they have lost their passport. In order to issue an "emergency certificate", one needs to reach out to the visiting country's respective mission/post.

WWHAT AM I SUPPOSED TO DO DURING THE APPLICATION FOR A NEW PASSPORT IF MY OLD PASSPORT HAS BEEN LOST OR HAVE BEEN DAMAGED?
One should immediately approach the nearest police station or passport office to report the missing passport. At the same time, it is required of the person to apply for a re-issue of passport.

HOW TO APPLY FOR A DUPLICATE PASSPORT IF MY PASSPORT IS DAMAGED OR LOST?
You can apply for a re-issue of your passport in case of loss or damage of your passport. To apply for a reissue you can visit the online portal of Travel Sahayata.

I HAVE BEEN SENT TO INDIA VIA "EMERGENCY CERTIFICATE" AS I LOST MY PASSPORT IN THE UNITED STATES. AM I ELIGIBLE TO APPLY FOR A NEW PASSPORT AND IF YES THEN WHAT DOCUMENTS ARE REQUIRED TO ATTAIN IT?
Yes, you are eligible to apply for a new passport. Following are the essential documents that you are required to produce which are to be submitted along with the re-issue passport application:

  1. Address Proof
  2. Date of Birth Proof
  3. Old passport Self-attested copies (First 2 and Last 2 Pages)
  4. Affidavit containing details regarding the loss/damage of passport.
  5. Police Report

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