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India’s economy may be booming, but its passport power is weakening. According to the Henley Passport Index 2025, India has slipped to 85th position, falling five places from last year. This drop comes even as India continues to be one of the world’s fastest-growing economies.

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Indian passport holders can now travel visa-free or with visa-on-arrival to only 57 countries, compared to 62 destinations a year ago. This means fewer travel options for Indian citizens, even as global connectivity improves for many other nations.

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Experts say the decline is not directly linked to economic growth. Visa rankings depend on multiple factors — diplomatic relations, migration policies, and global perception. While India’s economy is strong, its international mobility score ref

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