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SHORT ANSWER: A damaged passport must be reported and a new passport should be applied for. DETAILS: - The passport holder should report the damage to the nearest Passport Seva Kendra (PSK) or Regional Passport Office (RPO). - A new passport application must be submitted along with the damaged passport. - Additional documents may be required to process the application. PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable): - There are no legal penalties for having a damaged passport, but traveling with it can lead to issues. SOURCE: - Passport Act, 1967
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