Aadhaar Authentication Expanded

On 31st January 2025, the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) notified the Aadhaar Authentication for Good Governance (Social Welfare, Innovation, Knowledge) Amendment Rules, 2025, aiming to enhance service delivery and promote good governance through expanded Aadhaar usage.

Key Points

Enhanced Aadhaar Utility: The amendment extends Aadhaar authentication to both government and private entities, enabling seamless access to services in e-commerce, travel, tourism, hospitality, and healthcare.
Promoting Innovation and Knowledge: The rules aim to foster innovation, knowledge dissemination, and ease of living for residents by allowing Aadhaar-based transactions for public services.
Streamlined Approval Process: Entities seeking Aadhaar authentication will apply to the relevant government ministry, with UIDAI reviewing and MeitY issuing approval.
Boosting Transparency: The amendment is designed to improve transparency and inclusivity in governance, promoting trusted transactions for service seekers and providers.