Aadhaar amendments: UIDAI to get enhanced powers; stiff penalties for violation of norms
In the backdrop of the landmark Supreme Court verdict that imposed restrictions on use of Aadhaar by private companies, the Cabinet Monday evening approved amending the Aadhaar Act to enhance powers of Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI), and ensure stringent safeguards against any violation of norms. The amendments proposed are in compliance of the recent order of the apex court, the source pointed out.
The amendments talk about enhanced powers to UIDAI to issue directions, and also impose penalty if the directions are not followed. Image source: Reuters