The Distinctive Identification Authority of India (UIDAI), a authorities physique that points Aadhaar numbers, has requested residents who obtained their Aadhaar playing cards no less than 10 years in the past however have by no means up to date their particulars, to do the needful.
“You’ll be able to simply Replace Demographic Particulars (Identify, DoB, Gender, Handle) on-line. To replace on-line, click on: myaadhaar.uidai.gov.in,” UIDAI stated in a tweet on October 10.
“Did you get your Aadhaar issued 10 years in the past and by no means received it up to date? Up to date Aadhaar helps in facilitating ease of dwelling,” UIDAI additionally stated. Nevertheless, it didn’t make clear whether or not doing so is necessary.
Additionally, the main points could be modified offline by visiting an Aadhaar centre. Moreover, identification and residence proof paperwork can be up to date solely on fee of the requisite charge.
What’s Aadhaar?
It’s a 12-digit distinctive identification quantity that may be obtained voluntarily by residents of India; the ability was launched in January 2009 with the institution of the UIDAI. A non-resident Indian (NRI), whether or not grownup or minor, and holding a legitimate Indian passport, may apply for this distinctive ID.
Aadhaar establishes identification by means of the iris, fingerprint and pictures. Over time, it has change into arguably a very powerful identification doc. The quantity is utilized in completely different authorities schemes and companies.
(With PTI inputs)