SHORT ANSWER:
Yes, police verification is required for passport renewal.
DETAILS:
- The applicant must submit a police verification report as part of the passport renewal process.
- This is to ensure the applicant's identity and background are verified.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- Delay in passport renewal if police verification is not completed.
SOURCE:
- Passport Act, 1967 / Ministry of External Affairs, Government of India
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