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In a significant nationwide effort to strengthen India\u2019s digital identity ecosystem, the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI)<\/strong> has deactivated more than two crore Aadhaar numbers<\/strong> belonging to deceased individuals. The move aims to enhance the accuracy, reliability, and integrity of the Aadhaar database\u2014one of the world\u2019s largest biometric identity systems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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UIDAI confirmed that Aadhaar numbers are never reassigned<\/strong> to another person, making deactivation<\/a> essential to prevent identity theft, financial fraud, and misuse of welfare benefits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Data Sourced from Multiple Government Agencies<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

To identify deceased individuals, UIDAI collected verified data from the Registrar General of India<\/strong>, state governments, Union Territories, and several central agencies including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    \n
  • Public Distribution System (PDS)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • National Social Assistance Programme (NSAP)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Social security and welfare databases<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

    The authority is also planning to collaborate with banks, financial institutions, and other agencies<\/strong> to further streamline and expand the verified dataset.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    New Online Facility Allows Families to Report Deaths<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    Earlier this year, UIDAI introduced a dedicated feature on the myAadhaar portal<\/strong> that allows family members to report a loved one\u2019s death online. This service is currently active in 25 states and Union Territories<\/strong> that are integrated with the Civil Registration System, with efforts underway to include more regions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    How the Process Works<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    To report a death:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      \n
    1. A family member must authenticate themselves on the myAadhaar portal.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    2. They must provide the deceased person\u2019s Aadhaar number.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    3. Input the official Death Registration Number<\/strong> and relevant demographic details.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    4. UIDAI validates the information using government records.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    5. Upon verification, the Aadhaar number is deactivated.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

      UIDAI has urged citizens to use this facility as soon as the official death certificate is issued by the competent authority.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      Why Deactivation Matters<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

      Deactivating Aadhaar numbers of deceased individuals is crucial to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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      • Prevent fraudulent withdrawals or welfare claims<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Avoid misuse of identity for SIM cards or banking<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Maintain the accuracy of national databases<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Strengthen trust in Aadhaar-linked services<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

        The large-scale clean-up reflects the government\u2019s commitment to ensuring secure and transparent digital governance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

        <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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