Government Denies Reports of New Aadhaar Card Design Featuring Only Photo and QR Code
Aadhaar card to get new look? Govt reacts as reports claim new cards to only feature photo, QR code
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The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) has dismissed rumors about a redesigned Aadhaar card that would only display a user's photo and a QR code. This clarification follows misleading reports claiming the changes were aimed at preventing identity theft and data leaks.
- 01MeitY refutes claims of a new Aadhaar card design.
- 02Rumors suggested the card would only include a photo and QR code.
- 03The government advises the public to rely on official UIDAI communications.
- 04Aadhaar is not valid as proof of date of birth, according to UIDAI.
- 05The UIDAI emphasizes the importance of authentication for identity verification.
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The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) has officially denied reports claiming that the Aadhaar card will be redesigned to feature only a user's photo and a QR code. These rumors, which circulated widely on social media, suggested the changes were meant to combat identity theft and data leaks. MeitY clarified that such information is incorrect and aims to create confusion among the public. The ministry urged citizens to disregard these claims and to refer only to official communications from the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI). Additionally, UIDAI has stated that while Aadhaar is recognized as a proof of identity, it is not valid as proof of date of birth, as specified in the Aadhaar Act, 2016. The UIDAI continues to address misinformation regarding Aadhaar and encourages the public to verify facts through official channels.
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This clarification helps prevent misinformation about Aadhaar, ensuring that users understand its intended use and limitations.
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