Centre Allows Private Entities To Use Aadhaar For Authentication, Notifies Aadhaar Amendment Rules

The Central Government has amended the Aadhaar rules to allow private entities to use Aadhaar for authentication purposes. The new rules enable private companies to use Aadhaar-based authentication for certain services, which will help streamline processes, especially in sectors like banking and finance. This change was notified in response to the growing demand for digital authentication services. However, concerns regarding privacy and data protection continue to be raised. The amendment reflects the government’s push to integrate Aadhaar for various service-related functions in both public and private sectors.