UIDAI has introduced a new rule requiring hotels and platforms like OYO to switch to digital Aadhaar verification, ending the practice of collecting photocopies and strengthening user privacy.

UIDAI bans Aadhaar photocopies for private bookings

The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) has issued a new rule preventing hotels, OYO, event organisers, and other private entities from collecting Aadhaar photocopies during bookings or entry. The measure aims to strengthen privacy and replace paper-based verification with secure digital alternatives.

Mandatory registration for offline Aadhaar verification entities

All private entities performing Aadhaar verification must register with UIDAI as Offline Verification Seeking Entities (OVSEs). Registered entities must adopt approve

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