The way Indians prove their identity is set to change dramatically. The government and the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) are preparing to introduce a new system that will remove personal details like residential addresses and dates of birth from physical Aadhaar cards. Going forward, the card will display only a photo and a QR code, ushering in a more secure and digital-first approach to identity verification.

The primary aim of this overhaul is to protect personal privacy. UIDAI CEO Bhuvanesh Kumar highlighted that the move is intended to curb the misuse of sensitive information. Traditionally, Aadhaar cards have included details such as your address, father’s name, and date of birth. These printed details are often shared freely with hotels, event organizers, and tele

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