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Aadhaar Verification Goes Paperless as UIDAI Brings 300 Entities On Board
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What Happened?
The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) has onboarded 300 organizations for offline Aadhaar verification, allowing users to verify identity without physical documents. The Aadhaar App has gained popularity with 7.5 crore downloads.
Key points
- UIDAI has expanded its offline verification system since January 2026.
- The 300 organizations cover sectors like hospitality, healthcare, and education.
- Residents can share identity details via the Aadhaar App after giving consent.
- The app has recorded 4.6 crore biometric transactions for security features.
- 22.16 lakh address updates and 40.25 lakh email updates have been completed through the app.
Key insights
- The shift to digital verification may reduce the risk of personal data misuse.
- Increased use of the Aadhaar App indicates a growing acceptance of digital identity solutions.
- This initiative aligns with the Digital Personal Data Protection Act's focus on consent.
Why it matters
This development could streamline identity verification processes across various sectors, enhancing user privacy.
Source
Times of India
