A long-pending demand of residents in Ludhiana is set to be fulfilled with the relocation of the city’s Passport Seva Kendra (PSK) to a new site, Punjab Cabinet Minister Sanjeev Arora announced.
The PSK, which currently operates from Akashdeep Complex in Gyan Singh Rarewala Market, will begin operations at its new location at Global Business Park on GT Road near the Jalandhar Bypass in Village Bhora starting July 7.
Arora, who serves as Punjab’s Minister for Industry & Commerce, Investment Promotion, and NRI Affairs and previously held a Rajya Sabha seat, had written several letters to the Ministry of External Affairs, beginning February 3, 2023, urging the relocation of the PSK due to inadequate infrastructure at the current premises.
In a response dated February 28, 2023, the External Affairs Ministry confirmed that the process of shifting the PSK was underway. Arora followed up with additional letters on March 17, October 29, and December 20 of the same year, as well as a final reminder on February 5, 2025.
In his letters, Arora cited a range of issues at the existing site, including the deteriorating condition of the building, a lack of parking, and insufficient waiting areas for citizens. These shortcomings, he argued, were hampering the delivery of public services and causing avoidable inconvenience.
“I am deeply satisfied that my consistent efforts over the past two years have finally yielded results,” Arora said. “The earlier location was completely inadequate — it lacked basic infrastructure, parking space, and even a dignified waiting area for citizens.”
He said head repeatedly appealed to the Ministry of External Affairs because “the people of Ludhiana deserve better.” He added that the new facility is expected to be “far more accessible and citizen-friendly” and will “significantly improve the overall passport service experience.”
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Concluding his remarks, Arora stated, “I remain committed to addressing such issues with the same sincerity and urgency.”
