Losing your passport in India is generally workable but takes some patience — consulate locations are more limited outside the capital, so budget extra time.
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Report it to the local police for a written report, then contact your embassy or consulate as soon as possible — Embassies are concentrated in New Delhi, with consulates in Mumbai and a few other major cities — bureaucratic steps can take longer than in some countries.
Losing your passport in India is generally workable but takes some patience — consulate locations are more limited outside the capital, so budget extra time.
Yes — most embassies require a written police report before they'll issue a replacement or Emergency Travel Document, regardless of destination.
Often yes — ask your embassy about an Emergency Travel Document, which is typically valid for a single trip home and can usually be issued faster than a full replacement.