Aadhaar card is the most widely used identity card in the country, and now a major change is about to take place related to it, which is extremely important for every citizen to know about. The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) has made it clear that the issuance of Aadhaar photocopies will be banned in many places. A new digital system will replace it for secure and quick identity verification. This government move is an unprecedented initiative to strengthen citizens’ privacy and data security.
Why Aadhaar Photocopies Will Be Banned
According to the new government rule, hotels, event organizers, and many other businesses will now be prohibited from accepting photocopies of Aadhaar cards. Once the new rule comes into effect, they will be required to conduct Aadhaar verification only through digital means. This change is necessary because storing photocopies of an individual’s Aadhaar card violates the Aadhaar Act and also poses a risk of data leakage.
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Aadhaar Verification Will Be Done Through QR Codes
UIDAI Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Bhuvnesh Kumar recently confirmed that once the new system is implemented, all businesses or other organizations performing Aadhaar verification will have to register separately. A new system will be implemented for these organizations, allowing them to verify identity by scanning a QR code or using the new Aadhaar mobile app. This means that you will no longer need to provide Aadhaar photocopies anywhere. Digital verification will be faster and more secure.
Why Aadhaar Photocopies Are Being Eliminated
Until now, people had to provide photocopies of their Aadhaar cards at many places, including hotels and event companies. There was a grave fear of identity theft or data misuse if the document fell into the wrong hands. UIDAI says the new rule aims to eliminate paper-based verification, strengthen privacy, and strictly enforce the provisions of the Aadhaar Act. According to Bhuvnesh Kumar, “This change will simplify offline verification and allow for paperless identity verification. This will protect user privacy and eliminate the risk of data leaks.”
How will the new Aadhaar mobile app work
UIDAI is also testing a new mobile app (Aadhaar Mobile App) that will allow app-to-app verification without the need for a server. It will be used at airports, retail stores, and other locations. This app will also support the upcoming Digital Personal Data Protection Act, which will be fully implemented in the next 18 months.
Users will also be able to update their addresses and add documents for family members who do not have mobile phones through this app. In the future, the need for Aadhaar photocopies will be virtually eliminated, and QR scans and app-based verification will become the new means of verification.