Aadhaar verification becomes as simple as making UPI payment: Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw on new Aadhar aap

ANI April 9, 2025 159 views

The Indian government has introduced a groundbreaking Aadhaar mobile application that revolutionizes digital identity verification. Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw unveiled the app, which allows citizens to share Aadhaar details securely with a single tap. The new platform eliminates the need for physical document scanning or photocopying, significantly enhancing user privacy and convenience. This innovation represents a major step in India's digital governance transformation, leveraging technology to simplify bureaucratic processes.

"Now with just a tap, users can share only the necessary data, giving them complete control over their personal information" - Ashwini Vaishnaw
New Delhi, April 8: Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw on Tuesday launched the new Aadhaar app, designed to make Aadhaar verification as simple as making a UPI payment.

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New app allows instant Aadhaar verification without physical document

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Ensures user privacy and consent for data sharing

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Supports digital identity verification like UPI transactions

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Enhances personal data protection mechanisms

In a series of posts on X, Vaishnaw elaborated on the app, saying, "Now with just a tap, users can share only the necessary data, giving them complete control over their personal information - New Aadhaar App (in beta testing phase)."

https://x.com/AshwiniVaishnaw/status/1909598865000743038

"Aadhaar verification becomes as simple as making a UPI payment. Users can now digitally verify and share their Aadhaar details while ensuring their privacy," he added.

Vaishnaw said that with the new Aadhaar app, users no longer need to get their Aadhaar scanned or photocopied.

He further stated that there is no need to hand over an Aadhaar photocopy at hotel receptions, shops or during travel. "The Aadhaar App is secure and shareable only with the user's consent," he said.

He further said that the Aadhaar App will ensure Stronger privacy and restrict misuse or leaks of Aadhaar data.

Earlier in the day, the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) concluded a day-long stakeholders' meeting with ecosystem partners, including central government departments and states, to deliberate and share ideas to further enhance service delivery by using Aadhaar.

Nearly 750 senior policy makers, experts, technocrats, sectoral leaders and professionals came together for the 'Aadhaar Samvaad' in New Delhi on Tuesday, according to a release by the Ministry of Electronics and IT.

In his inaugural address, Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw underlined how AI is like a new industrial revolution. He said Aadhaar is the 'aadhaar' of many initiatives and is the core of DPIs. He asked the stakeholders to share ideas on how we can integrate AI with DPIs to drive the growth further. All this while preserving the privacy, he added.

The Union Minister stated that the Central Government has a primary focus on further improving the ease of living. He gave the example of Aadhaar face authentication in this context and how it is an enabler, the release stated.

Reader Comments

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Rahul K.
This is such a game-changer! No more carrying photocopies everywhere. Finally, our data gets the protection it deserves 👏
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Priya M.
I'm cautiously optimistic. The idea is great but I hope they've tested the security thoroughly before full rollout. Data breaches would be disastrous.
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Sanjay T.
About time! I've had to submit Aadhaar copies so many times, always worried about misuse. This digital verification is the future 🔥
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Ananya R.
The UI better be simple enough for my parents to use. Many govt apps become too complicated for non-tech savvy people.
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Vikram S.
Great initiative! But will small shops and hotels accept this? Many still insist on physical copies despite digital being available for years.
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Neha P.
Love that they're focusing on privacy! Just downloaded the beta - interface is clean and verification took seconds. Impressed so far! 😊

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