Centre Notifies Aadhaar Authentication Amendment Rules, 2025
New Delhi: The Central government has officially notified the Aadhaar Authentication for Good Governance (Social Welfare, Innovation, Knowledge) Amendment Rules, 2025. This move expands Aadhaar Authentication to a broader range of government and private entities, facilitating seamless access to various services in the public interest.
The Ministry of Electronics and IT (MeitY) stated that the amendments would significantly enhance public service delivery, promoting innovation, knowledge-sharing, and governance efficiency. This will allow both government and private sectors to leverage Aadhaar-based authentication to improve service accessibility and reliability.
Expanded Scope of Services
With the amended rules, Aadhaar Authentication will now benefit multiple sectors, including:
✔ E-commerce – Faster and secure identity verification for digital transactions.
✔ Travel & Tourism – Hassle-free check-ins and ticket bookings.
✔ Hospitality – Streamlined hotel and accommodation services.
✔ Healthcare – Improved access to medical records and patient verification.
Ease of Living and Livelihood
The Centre emphasized that these amendments will boost the “ease of living” by reducing bureaucratic delays and improving the overall efficiency of service delivery. It will also aid entrepreneurs and businesses in enhancing customer experience and strengthening digital infrastructure.
The updated rules are in line with the government’s vision of Digital India, where Aadhaar plays a crucial role in transforming governance and innovation.
Public Interest and Innovation
By enabling more entities to use Aadhaar-based authentication, the government aims to drive better service delivery, transparency, and security. The initiative is expected to benefit millions of residents, making essential services more accessible and seamless.
For further details, stakeholders can refer to the official notification issued by the Ministry of Electronics and IT.
