India: Why birth certificates are in demand? I have my marriage certificate, but it is not such a very important document. Last updated: January 14, 2020 | 15:32. Mahmood Saberi Special to Gulf News.

India's Ministry of External Affairs has amended passport rules, requiring birth certificates for those born on or after October 1, 2023, to issue new passports.

1. Birth Certificate Application and Change Deadline. The Government of India has set a deadline of 27 April 2026 for citizens to apply for birth certificate or make any correction in the ...