Tag: Aadhaar

UIDAI is set to unveil a radically redesigned, privacy-first Aadhaar card in December 2025, featuring only a photograph and a high-security QR code on the front. All visible personal details — including name, Aadhaar number, DOB, gender and address — will be removed to curb identity theft. Existing cards will remain valid, while citizens may opt for the new minimalist version for free.

India’s voter list revision has reignited the citizenship debate after a man’s name was struck off despite having Aadhaar and voter ID. The Bombay High Court’s ruling that such documents do not prove citizenship has intensified the controversy, with Rahul Gandhi accusing the Election Commission of “vote chori” and targeting marginalized communities. While the BJP defends the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) as crucial for electoral integrity, critics warn of disenfranchisement risks, making the issue a flashpoint ahead of upcoming elections.