Aadhaar New System: UIDAI introduces second layer verification in Aadhaar issuance and update process – Details

UIDAI has introduced second layer verification in the process of issuing and updating Aadhaar. The new system will use online databases (driving license, PAN, MNREGS details) to cross-verify the identity of the individual.

UIDAI has introduced a second layer of verification in the process of issuing and updating Aadhaar. The new system will use online databases (driving license, PAN, MNREGS details) to cross-verify a person’s identity. In the future, documents like electricity bills will also be included. This is in line with centralised KYC guidelines and is part of the goal of making Aadhaar “foolproof”. This change will make Aadhaar more secure, but questions of data privacy and access will continue to be monitored. Citizens should keep their documents updated and keep an eye on UIDAI notifications.

Citizenship vs identity controversy

Section 9 of the Aadhaar Act makes it clear that it is not a proof of citizenship, but the government now wants to prevent illegal immigrants from being issued Aadhaar. According to officials, the old lax rules had led to illegal immigrants in some cases using Aadhaar to obtain other documents (such as bank accounts or voter ID cards). The new system will reduce this risk

Key reasons for the change

1. Saturation and data accuracy: Over 140 crore Aadhaars have been issued in 15 years, including those of dead persons. It is almost saturated for adults.

2. Expansion of Infant Aadhaar: Now even newborns get Aadhaar immediately after birth, so it has become necessary to make the rules stricter.

3. Preventing electoral fraud: Illegal immigrants could infiltrate the voter list using Aadhaar. New rules will close this path

Increased responsibility of states

State governments will have to ensure that illegal immigrants cannot obtain or forge Aadhaar. New online tools will automatically check documents, reducing manual errors. According to UIDAI, “It will now be difficult for any illegal immigrant to obtain Aadhaar”

What will be the impact on you: Reduction in fraud, better use of government schemes. At the same time, there may be problems in digital verification for rural / elderly.

Method of update: To update name, address or date of birth, documents have to be uploaded on the UIDAI website. Aadhaar is already mandatory for new PAN applications. Also, go to the Sanchar Saathi portal and check which mobile numbers are linked to your Aadhaar.

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